Explosions Near US Consulate in Dubai; Limited Fire Contained, No Injuries
Mar 3rd 2026
Smoke and explosions were seen near the US Consulate in Bur Dubai after a drone-related incident that caused a small, contained fire; authorities report no injuries and the US urged citizens to leave the UAE.
- Multiple explosions and smoke were reported near the US Consulate in Bur Dubai.
- Dubai Media Office said a drone-related incident sparked a limited fire that was quickly extinguished with no injuries.
- Authorities initially did not confirm social media claims that the consulate or the Al Seef embassy area were directly targeted.
- US Secretary of State Rubio said all personnel are accounted for after a drone struck a parking lot next to the consulate.
- The US Embassy issued an urgent security alert urging Americans to depart the UAE by commercial means and cancelled routine consular services through at least March 4.