(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) A massive fire broke out in a car at the Julphar area in Ras Al Khaimah. Sources at the RAK Civil Defence said the car suddenly burst into flames without any apparent reason. No casualties were reported.

Having been alerted of the blaze, the operations room of the RAK Police dispatched traffic police, paramedics and rescue teams to the site. Firefighters managed to put out the fire quickly, said sources.

Investigations are on to identify the reasons behind the fire. "The fire case has been referred to the authorities concerned for legal action."

Ahmed Shaaban Originally from Egypt, I have been in Dubai since December 2005. Before coming here, I worked as an English language instructor, chief En/Ar translator, proofreader, reporter in Egypt and Qatar. I have also worked as a reporter, correspondent and simultaneous translator with two satellite channels in Dubai. I have a masters degree in media, Cairo University, 2014, a bachelor degree in English language and translation, Ain Shams University, Cairo, 1996, and three post-graduate diplomas in English language and Instruction. With over 19 years of experience in translation, interpretation, EFL instruction, and reporting. I am interested in technology, aviation, politics, as well as community, parliament and defence issues. I enjoy reading, writing, exercising, and surfing the web.

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