Amman: A Shahed 101 drone crashed on Monday afternoon in the Umm Uthaina area of Amman, the Director of Military Media Brigadier General Mustafa Hyari stated.
According to Jordan News Agency, the crash resulted in damage to the patio of a restaurant in Umm Uthaina. Security teams and the Royal Engineering Corps were quick to cordon off the area to manage the situation. The drone, which carried an explosive warhead, did not detonate upon impact and was safely dismantled.
Hyari reported that a number of drones and missiles have partially fallen within the Kingdom's territory, though they have not caused significant damage or serious injuries. Specifically, 30 drones have fully landed in the Kingdom, each carrying their entire bodies and explosive payloads.
While most of the drones and projectiles have landed in uninhabited areas, three exceptions occurred where they hit residential buildings in Umm Uthaina, Abu Nuseir, and Azraq.
Hyari emphasized the importance of adhering to safety instructions, advising the public to avoid approaching falling objects, to report them by calling 911, and to stay indoors when sirens are sounded. This is essential to minimize the risk of harm.
He further urged Jordanians to seek immediate shelter when drones or parts of them fall, stressing the potential danger of explosives or chemicals that could be hazardous. He emphasized that staying away from such objects allows security teams to safely manage and dismantle them, thereby protecting citizens' lives.