Dhow loaded with cars catches fire

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A fire that broke out on a dhow boat at Dubai's Deira harbour has been brought under control.

According to Dubai Civil Defence, the blaze that erupted in a boat loaded with cars was put out in less than an hour.

It was reported at 7:02 pm and firefighters reached the site within three minutes.

No casualties have been reported and cooling operations are currently underway.

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