Emergency teams in Oman are working tirelessly to contain a massive fire at the Salalah port after drones targeted the port’s fuel storage facilities, Oman’s state news agency reported. Officials warn that bringing the blaze under control could take considerable time.
Earlier today, Oman’s state TV confirmed that the drones struck the fuel tanks, while the state news agency cited an energy ministry official assuring that oil supplies and petroleum derivatives in the country remain uninterrupted.
International maritime security firm Ambrey confirmed that the oil storage facilities were indeed struck, but no damage to merchant vessels was reported. Meanwhile, shipping giant Maersk announced that all operations at the Port of Salalah have been temporarily paused until further notice.
In a diplomatic response, Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian spoke with Oman’s Sultan over the phone, promising a thorough investigation into the incident, according to Iranian media. Oman’s state news agency reported that the Sultan expressed his strong condemnation of attacks on Oman, emphasizing the country’s stance against any form of aggression.
Social media posts circulating with videos of the fire were confirmed by Reuters to be from Salalah Port in Raysut, matching satellite imagery and local landmarks such as silos, road layouts, and utility poles.
The incident highlights the increasing vulnerability of key oil infrastructure in the region and underscores the critical role of civil defence teams working under pressure to safeguard lives and resources. While no casualties have been reported, the images of thick black smoke rising above the port serve as a stark reminder of the human and environmental risks involved.
In times like these, the resilience and swift action of emergency personnel stand out as a beacon of hope. Communities around Salalah are watching closely, hoping for a safe resolution and minimal disruption to their livelihoods.
