Fire at Funadhoo Petrol Shed: One building completely destroyed, causing significant damage!
25 އޮކްޓޯބަރު 2026 | އާދީއްތަ 22:33Residents have been evacuated to safety following a major fire at a petrol shed in Sh. Funadhoo, which completely destroyed one house and damaged three others. While 18 individuals received medical treatment for smoke inhalation, the island is currently facing a fuel shortage, prompting the local council to work closely with the government to restore the petrol supply.
Efforts are underway to extinguish a fire that broke out at a petrol shed located in the harbor area of Sh. Funadhoo. | NDMA
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has reported that a residence was completely destroyed and sustained extensive damage following a dangerous fire at a petrol shed in the Sh. Funadhoo harbor area.
The fire incident was reported on Saturday morning at 8:15 a.m. The Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) confirmed that the blaze was completely extinguished by 12:05 p.m. The firefighting efforts were carried out through a collaborative operation involving the MNDF, the police, and members of the general public.
Regarding the incident, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) stated that while one house was completely gutted and sustained extensive damage, three neighboring properties also suffered varying degrees of damage due to the fire.
The authority stated that residents of nearby houses have been temporarily evacuated to safer locations as a precautionary measure, as explosions continue to be heard from the scene of the incident.
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) stated that several individuals received treatment at Funadhoo Hospital due to severe smoke inhalation. The authority added that they are continuing to monitor the situation closely.
Efforts are underway to extinguish a fire that broke out at a petrol shed located in the harbor area of Sh. Funadhoo. | NDMA
According to the local council, 18 people suffered from smoke inhalation during the fire. While some individuals sustained minor injuries, no one was reported to be in serious condition.
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) stated that efforts are underway to identify those in need of humanitarian assistance following the incident and to provide them with the necessary support.
The cause of the fire that broke out at "Faiymini," the only privately operated petrol shed in Funadhoo, remains unclear.
The island of Funadhoo is facing a severe fuel shortage following a fire that completely destroyed its petrol station. The local council is reportedly in discussions with the government to find alternative ways to restore the petrol supply.
Classes at the local school have been suspended due to heavy smoke blanketing the island following the incident in Funadhoo.
