UPDATE: Fire In Torch Tower Has Been Declared Under Control With No Injuries Reported
Dubai Authorities have declared that the fire which ripped through Dubai Marina’s Torch Tower is now under control.
The fire which engulfed the 82 floor residential tower, one of the tallest in the world, has been put out thanks to the efforts of the Dubai Civil Services.
According to authorities all residents were safely evacuated and no injuries have been recorded so far.
Dubai’s residents have already begun to rally help across social media following the fire
Car services Careem and Uber are also providing free rides to anyone in the Torch Tower area to get to a safer location.
Free rides from all areas near #TheTorch Tower, #DubaiMarina. #BeCareem and inform all those affected by the fire. pic.twitter.com/jADgpSmm3J
— Careem UAE (@CareemUAE) August 3, 2017
No charge for Uber rides from the Torch Marina tonight. If you paid we’ll credit it back. Our hearts go out to those affected by the fire.
— Uber UAE (@Uber_UAE) August 3, 2017
Concerned residents and authorities are offering shelter to those affected by the fire
