KFF extinguishes refinery fires caused by drone attacks

2026-03-19 - 10:43

The official spokesperson for the Kuwait Fire Force, Brigadier General Mohammed Bader Al-Gharib, announced that six firefighting teams successfully brought under full control fires at two operational units in the Mina Al-Ahmadi and Mina Abdullah refineries on Thursday morning. The fires were triggered by drone attacks, part of a series of hostile actions directed at the country. Brigadier General Al-Gharib explained that the teams immediately engaged the blazes upon arrival, deploying all necessary resources to extinguish the fires completely, reports Al-Rai. He confirmed that no injuries occurred during the incidents, emphasizing the professionalism and preparedness of the firefighting units in handling emergency situations of this scale. The prompt and coordinated response underscores Kuwait’s readiness to protect critical infrastructure and ensure public safety amid escalating regional threats.