The blaze was brought under control by firefighters and other authorities after nearly six hours. There were 3,820 residents in the high-rise, all of whom were safely evacuated. No injuries or fatalities have been reported in this incident.
A massive fire broke out inside the 67-storey residential tower, Marina Pinnacle, in Dubai Marina late Friday night. The blaze was brought under control by firefighters and other authorities after nearly six hours. There were 3,820 residents in the high-rise, all of whom were safely evacuated. No injuries or fatalities have been reported in this incident.
According to a report in Gulf News, some residents said they were unaware their own building was on fire until it was nearly too late. The report also mentioned that while some had smelled smoke, they only realised the urgency of the situation after first responders arrived.
Social media was flooded with videos and images showing the high-rise engulfed in thick smoke, which continued to intensify during the blaze.
Dubai Skyscraper Fire | 3,800+ Evacuated
A massive fire broke out at Tiger Tower (Marina Pinnacle) in Dubai Marina
Nearly 4,000 residents safely evacuated, no casualties reported
Firefighting teams acted swiftly, cooling ops still ongoing
Authorities confirm… pic.twitter.com/M9o2sQWuqx
— Nabila Jamal (@nabilajamal_) June 14, 2025
The #fire has been going on for hours. I hope everyone living in the building and the area is alright. It’s in #Dubai Marina. pic.twitter.com/j4hlQRYmBG
— Juhri Selamet (@juhriSL) June 14, 2025
A Massive fire broke out in a Skyscraper at DAMAC Bay by Cavalli in Dubai Marina. Nothing is safe as long as #Modi is PM.
Mudi shud regin. pic.twitter.com/KDkvX9bYQt
— BhikuMhatre (@MumbaichaDon) June 14, 2025
Dubai marina fire pic.twitter.com/eCaSLZ6fHa
— Simon CK (@SimonCarte18081) June 14, 2025
Many social media users applauded the authorities and firefighters for their diligent efforts in rescuing over 3,820 residents and ensuring there were no casualties during the evacuation.
Nearly 4000 residents of this high-rise tower were safely rescued from a major fire.
Fire broke out at Tiger Tower (Marina Pinnacle) in Dubai Marina.
Firefighting teams acted swiftly, cooling ops still ongoing.
Authorities confirm situation under full control pic.twitter.com/xfqPJPZtkN
— Shuja ul haq (@ShujaUH) June 14, 2025
Issuing an official update on the situation, the Dubai Media Office in a X (formerly twitter) post said “Following the containment of the fire and the safe evacuation of all residents, the smoke currently visible at the site is due to ongoing cooling operations as part of the firefighting process. Control measures remain in place and the situation is fully managed by the firefighting teams.”
