The fire was contained quickly, and no injuries were reported following the fire at Tawar Mall in Doha The fire was contained quickly, and no injuries were reported following the fire at Tawar Mall in Doha

Fire broke out on July 20 at the Tawar Mall, which is currently under construction, in the Al Duhail area of Doha.

According to a company statement, the fire started on the second floor of the mall, and was concentrated in a small area. The statement also stated that the fire was put out quickly, and with no casualties.

The mall, which will house 312 shops and restaurants, as well as a boutique hotel, is expected to open in Q4 2016.

Commenting on the fire, Tawar Mall chairman Jassim Bin Jabr Sultan Tawar Al-Kuwari said: “Tawar Mall is grateful that there were no casualties. Due to the prompt evacuation of  construction workers on the site and staff, no injuries and no serious damage happened. I wish to express my appreciation to the authorities for their immediate and professional support and prompt reaction as with this, they have ensured the safety of everyone. As it was a small fire, that was immediately controlled, no construction delays will be announced.”

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