The first causality of the Emirates Airplane which caught fire upon landing in Dubai has been recorded.
The brave firefighter was reported to have lost his life while saving the 300 passengers and crew of the airplane which made an emergency stop at Dubai’s main airport today.
Jasim Issa Mohammed Hassan, the firefighter was reported to have lost his life while putting out the flames from the airplane.
The Airline office in Dubai however confirmed that all 300 passenger and crew members are alive and well.
According to reports by The National, the Director of General Civil Aviation Authority, Saif Al Suwaidi while confirming the incident said the brave firefighter “lost his life while saving the lives of others”.
He further added: “I salute his ultimate sacrifice that kept many from harm’s way. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.”