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UAE Consulate warns Emiratis in California amid wildfires
Emirati residents are told to register with Tawajudi and follow local evacuation orders as two wildfires spread.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Los Angeles – The UAE Consulate General in Los Angeles has asked Emirati citizens in the United States to take precautions after two wildfires ignited in Southern California, one in Orange County and another in Malibu, Los Angeles County, Gulf News reported on Oct. 17.
The Norte Fire, which started near San Clemente on Oct. 16, had burned about 570 acres by Friday evening, remained uncontained and damaged or destroyed at least six homes while prompting the evacuation of roughly 16,000 residents. The Bryson Fire broke out near Encinal Canyon Road in Malibu on Oct. 15, scorching about 147 acres and reaching 39 % containment by Friday, with authorities issuing evacuation warnings and road closures but reporting no structural damage.
The consulate advised Emiratis to follow local safety instructions, register with the UAE’s Tawajudi service, and call emergency numbers 0097180024 or 0097180044444 if needed.
Key facts
- The UAE Consulate in Los Angeles issued a safety warning to Emirati citizens in the U.S. (gulfnews.com)
- The Norte Fire burned roughly 570 acres, damaged at least six homes and forced about 16,000 evacuations. (gulfnews.com)
- The Bryson Fire burned about 147 acres, was 39 % contained, and caused no building damage. (gulfnews.com)
- Emiratis were urged to register with Tawajudi and call 0097180024 or 0097180044444 in emergencies. (gulfnews.com)
Sources
- [1] gulfnews.com — originally reported as “UAE warns citizens as California wildfires force evacuations”
