Air Quality Declared Safe After Attack on Salalah Port

Authorities in Oman have confirmed that air quality levels remain safe following the fire that broke out at fuel storage tanks at the Port of Salalah after a drone strike.

The Environment Authority of Oman said it is closely monitoring environmental conditions in Salalah and surrounding areas following the incident. According to the authority, air quality readings in the Wilayat of Salalah remain within safe limits despite smoke from the blaze.

Officials added that monitoring teams continue to track air conditions as emergency crews work to contain the fire at the port’s fuel storage facility. Authorities emphasised that no dangerous pollution levels have been detected so far.

Residents can follow live air-quality readings through the government’s Naqi air-quality monitoring application, which provides real-time updates on environmental conditions across the country.

As a precaution, the Environment Authority advised people living near the port area to take basic safety measures, including wearing masks, keeping windows closed and relocating individuals with respiratory conditions to safer locations if necessary.

Officials also encouraged residents to rely on official sources for updates as the situation develops.

The fire erupted after drones targeted fuel tanks at the strategic Port of Salalah earlier this week, triggering a major emergency response from civil defence teams. Authorities have been working to control the blaze while ensuring public safety and monitoring environmental conditions around the port.

Officials said environmental monitoring will continue until the situation is fully stabilised.