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Khaleej Times
22-05-2025
- Health
- Khaleej Times
Al Barsha gas explosion: Woman battles for life after suffering severe burns
A Dubai resident continues to battle for her life after sustaining severe burn injuries in a gas explosion in her building in Al Barsha earlier this month. Annalyn, who was staying on the first floor of the building directly above the restaurant where the gas explosion occurred, sustained 65 per cent burn injuries and is in the burn unit of a government hospital, according to her sister Angely. 'Ever since I got the call about her, I have been worried sick,' Angely told Khaleej Times over phone. 'I work in Saudi Arabia as a nurse, and I have not yet been able to travel to the UAE. I am hoping to come there by the end of May when I will be able to get a few days of leave.' On May 13, a fire had broken out at the Al Zarooni building on Halim Street in Barsha 1. According to Dubai Civil Defense (DCD), the incident was caused by a gas leak in a restaurant and was contained in record time. Several residents reported that they had spent the following days with friends and family. According to Angely, her sister and her brother-in-law suffered burn injuries and were rushed to the hospital. Her sister was in a more critical condition and remains in the burn unit while her brother-in-law is more stable and is recovering in the ward. 'It was quite late in the night, and they were preparing to go to bed,' she said. 'That is when the disaster occurred.' Timely updates She said the hospital staff had been giving her family timely updates about Annelyn's condition but there was a long road to recovery. In photos seen by Khaleej Times, the Filipina can be seen on a hospital bed surrounded by medical equipment. The sister confirmed that Annalyn has been tracheostomized- a process where an opening is surgically created through the neck into the windpipe to allow air to fill the lungs. 'We are worried about their hospital bills and how their future life is going to be,' she said. 'Recovering from burn injuries can take a very long time and requires constant care and attention.' One of the main breadwinners of the family, Annalyn and her husband have been UAE residents for over a decade. Although she started off her career as a receptionist, Annalyn had recently moved jobs to work at a gym where her husband had been a long-time employee.
Zawya
05-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
NFPA joins the global ‘Billion Readiness Initiative' led by Dubai Civil Defense to advance global fire safety awareness
Dubai, United Arab Emirates – The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) is pleased to be an active member and contribute to the 'Billion Readiness Initiative' led by Dubai Civil Defense. This pioneering global initiative seeks to enhance fire safety awareness and reduce fire-related incidents worldwide. It aims to educate and train 1 billion people across the globe from 2025 to 2027, empowering communities to respond effectively and safely to fire emergencies. A total of 34 countries and 18 major firefighting organizations, including the NFPA, are involved in this ambitious effort. ' As a global leader in fire and life safety, NFPA is proud to be part of the Billion Readiness Initiative, the largest of its kind. We are excited to share our expertise to help raise fire safety awareness worldwide. Working alongside Dubai Civil Defense, our goal is to use our knowledge, information, and expertise to create a safer, more resilient future. We achieve this by empowering individuals with the resources and tools they need to prevent fires and protect lives on an unprecedented scale, ' said Dana Kamal, Director, International Business Development, MENA, NFPA. As part of this initiative, NFPA will continue to collaborate and communicate with governments and regulatory bodies throughout the region to promote its codes and standards, encouraging their use and effective implementation through impactful workshops and training sessions aimed at reducing fire-related incidents and the emissions that they cause. It will also support countries in developing policies that align with the campaign's objectives while addressing emerging risks and technological advancements. In addition to policy adoption, NFPA will encourage subject matter experts to stay updated with code requirements and technical developments in their fields. It will also emphasize the importance of continuous education and qualifications for the skilled workforce, which is a fundamental aspect of the NFPA Fire & Life Safety EcosystemTM. In addition, NFPA is also a member of the World Fire Emission Reduction Alliance (WFERA), launched at COP28, which aims to reduce global fire-related emissions by 80% by 2050. This unique initiative unites countries and firefighting organizations in a global effort to tackle the environmental impact of fires and improve fire safety worldwide. As part of its broader commitment to fire and life safety, NFPA also works to promote an informed public by sharing important information on fire, electrical, and other related hazards ensuring that people and communities have the knowledge needed to lower risk and enhance safety. NFPA is dedicated to working alongside WFERA partners to support the objectives of the Billion Readiness Initiative. About the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) Founded in 1896, NFPA® is a global, self-funded, nonprofit organization devoted to eliminating death, injury, property and economic loss due to fire, electrical and related hazards. The association delivers information and knowledge through more than 300 consensus codes and standards, research, training, education, outreach and advocacy; and by partnering with others who share an interest in furthering the NFPA mission. For more information, visit All NFPA codes and standards can be viewed online for free at Contact: Ronak Thakkar – Associate Director - FleishmanHillard Mail:
