💥 Brit living in Dubai shares chilling account of missile strikes
Meet Poppy Owen, a North Wales native now residing in Dubai’s Damac Hills. Her neighbourhood transformed into a tense zone as Iran’s missiles struck uncomfortably close to home. Amid the chaos, it wasn’t the blasts themselves causing alarm but the debris hurtling down, posing a hidden threat to safety.
Living near the Minhad Airbase, Poppy and her family experienced anxiety as missile defence systems swung into action, intercepting threats from above. Poppy candidly described the unsettling moment: “The explosions were too close for comfort—my body just went into pure fear and anxiety.”
In efforts to comfort her children, she spun the terrifying sights and sounds into an elaborate “fireworks display,” while internally feeling the stress of the relentless attacks. Poppy found solace in her faith in UAE’s defence, despite the rattling noise and uncertainty that loomed overhead.
The strikes have left a visible mark on Dubai’s landscape, with reports of iconic sites like Fairmont The Palm and the Burj Al Arab suffering damages. The city’s image as a secure paradise has been hit, and experts fear the consequences might last for years.
While debating whether to leave Dubai, Poppy and her family have opted to wait it out, reminiscent of lockdown life, staying indoors with essentials, hoping for calm to return. 🏡
These unfolding events remind us how precious peace and safety are. Let’s keep Poppy, her family, and all affected in our thoughts. 🙏 Stay informed and stay safe! #Dubai #SafetyFirst #Peace
📸 Poppy Owen, YouTube/PoppyOwen