| Date | 15 April 2023 |
|---|---|
| Time | 12:41 p.m. local time (GST, UTC +04:00) |
| Location | Al-Ras neighborhood, Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
| Deaths | 16 |
| Non-fatal injuries | 9 |
On 15 April 2023, a residential building caught fire in the Al Ras neighbourhood of Dubai, United Arab Emirates, which led to 16 fatalities and nine wounded. A preliminary investigation by the Dubai Civil Defence Forces showed non-compliance with building safety and security rules as the cause of the fire.[1][2]