Accident Alert: There Is A Minibus Engulfed In Flames On The Sheikh Zayed Road

A mini-bus is engulfed in flames on the Sheikh Zayed Road, adjacent to the Al Barsha area.

The fire has resulted in tailbacks and traffic congestion according to local reports.

The cause of the fire is unknown. 

Dubai Police reported the incident and suggest drivers take alternative routes

#TrafficUpdate#fire #accident on SZ Rd opposite Dubai Media City towards Dubai ,be extra cautious & take alternative ways.

— Dubai Policeشرطة دبي (@DubaiPoliceHQ) August 2, 2017

Passersby are reacting to the flames

Uh oh! Looks like there’s a fire in the Media City part of #Dubai. Hope it’s not anything serious! #MyDubai

— Robert John T (@rj_tasker) August 2, 2017

This post will be updated as more information emerges

Main image: Ambulance.gov.ae. Not taken on site.