Dubai, Oct. 23 -- The General Command of Dubai Civil Defence has achieved a new global milestone after being officially recognised by the Guinness World Records for recording the fastest time to climb the Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest tower.

A team of firefighters accomplished this remarkable feat by scaling 159 floors of the iconic skyscraper in 52 minutes and 30 seconds, while wearing full firefighting gear - including an oxygen cylinder - weighing a total of 15 kilograms, the Dubai Media Office (DMO) reported.

Firefighters from Dubai Civil Defence complete the record-breaking 159-floor climb of Burj Khalifa in 52 minutes and 30 seconds. Photo: DMO

The record highlights the exceptional physical endurance, discipline and commitmen...