UAE rescues 22 Arab nationals after fire breaks out aboard cargo ship
The UAE National Guard successfully rescued 22 crew members from a cargo ship after a fire broke out in the Gulf of Oman. All rescued individuals were reported to be in stable condition following the emergency operation.
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This highlights the ongoing maritime security efforts and emergency response capabilities of UAE authorities in a critical global shipping lane.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Coast Guard rescued 22 crew members of Arab nationality after a fire broke out aboard a cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman. All those rescued were reported to be in stable condition.According to the UAE National Guard, the rescue operation was launched after the ship's crew alerted a Coast Guard unit about the fire onboard.In a post on social media platform X, the UAE National Guard said, "A National Guard Coast Guard unit rescued 22 people of Arab nationalities after a fire broke out aboard a cargo ship they were on in the Gulf of Oman."Following the distress call, specialised teams immediately activated emergency response procedures, located the vessel and reached the ship to evacuate all 22 crew members.The rescued crew members were given first aid before being handed over to the relevant authorities.
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