Uppinangady, December 2: Following the gas leakage as a gas tanker turned turtle at Bedrodi near Uppinangady on Mangaluru-Bengaluru national highway on Sunday late night, nearby residents were asked not to light the fire as a precautionary measure.

The Bengaluru-bound gas tanker, belonging to Bharat Petroleum Company toppled in the cross of Bedrodi hanging bridge at around 1.50 am. As a result, the gas is leaking from the tanker and as a precautionary measure, the residents were warned against lighting the fire.

Vehicular movement was also suspended on the national highway and diverting them from Periyashanti and old gate. Fire brigade and police camped on the site.  

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Dubai/Abu Dhabi: Residents and visitors across the United Arab Emirates received a fresh emergency alert on their mobile phones stating that the situation in the country is currently safe.

The message, issued by the Ministry of Interior (MOI), thanked people for their cooperation and reassured them that conditions were stable.

“Thank you for your cooperation. We reassure you that the situation is currently safe. You may resume your normal activities while continuing to remain cautious and take the necessary precautions, and to follow official instructions. (MOI),” the alert read.

The notification was sent in both Arabic and English through the country’s emergency alert system.

The advisory comes after earlier alerts warning of potential missile threats amid rising regional tensions. Authorities have urged the public to stay cautious and follow official guidance.