ABU DHABI — An explosion, likely caused by gas installations, at a restaurant here on Monday injured dozens of people, the official WAM news agency reported citing police.

The victims sustained minor to moderate injuries, the news agency said.

Abu Dhabi police and safety teams have been evacuating residents and areas surrounding the building in the Rashid Bin Saeed Street to ensure the safety of the public, according to WAM.

“Abu Dhabi police urge the public not to spread rumors about the accident and to ensure information is obtained from official sources,” Abu Dhabi police said in a statement.

Those injured have been transported to a hospital for treatment. — SG