Authorities in Abu Dhabi responded to the incident at the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant (File image)

Fire after drone strike on UAE nuclear power plant

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A fire broke out following a drone strike on a nuclear power plant in the emirate of Abu Dhabi, authorities said, reporting no injuries or impact on radiation levels.

"Authorities in Abu Dhabi responded to a fire incident that broke out in an electrical generator outside the inner perimeter of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the Al Dhafra Region, caused by a drone strike," the Abu Dhabi Media Office wrote in a social media post.

"No injuries were reported, and there was no impact on radiological safety levels," it added.

The International Atomic Energy Agency ⁠said it has been informed by the UAE that radiation levels at the ‌Barakah ⁠Nuclear Power Plant remain normal and no injuries were reported.

"The IAEA is following the ⁠situation ‌closely and is inconstant contact with the ⁠UAE authorities, ready to ⁠provide assistance if needed," the nuclear watchdog added.