The UAE National Guard announced on Sunday the rescue of 22 people of Arab nationalities following a fire on board a cargo ship in the Sea of Oman. The emergency maritime response operation concluded with the evacuation of all crew members and the provision of first aid, with no serious injuries recorded.
In a statement published on the "X" platform, the Guard clarified that a coast guard group received a report from the crew regarding the fire and immediately initiated response procedures. The specialized teams managed to locate the ship and reach it to rescue the 22 individuals, before handing them over to the relevant authorities in stable health condition.
The National Guard emphasized that the swift handling of the incident reflects the operational readiness and field efficiency of the coast guard teams, and their ability to respond to maritime emergencies in a manner that ensures the protection of lives and navigation security. The UAE had previously rescued 22 people of Asian nationality on the 10th of last month following a fire on an oil tanker in the Arabian Gulf.
Source: Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA)
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