UAE Rescues 22 Crew After Cargo Ship Fire in Gulf of Oman
The UAE Coast Guard successfully evacuated 22 Arab nationals from a burning cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman. All crew members are in stable condition.
In a swift and decisive maritime operation, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Coast Guard has successfully rescued 22 crew members after a devastating fire erupted aboard a cargo ship navigating the Gulf of Oman. The rescue, conducted by the UAE National Guard, ensured that all individuals on board were brought to safety without any fatalities.
Rapid Response to Distress Call
The emergency began when the ship's crew sent out an urgent alert to a Coast Guard unit, reporting a fire that had broken out on the vessel. Upon receiving the distress signal, the UAE National Guard immediately activated its specialized response procedures.
Specialized teams were deployed to locate the vessel in the Gulf of Oman. Once the ship was spotted, the rescue teams boarded the vessel and executed a full evacuation of the 22 crew members, all of whom are of Arab nationality.
Medical Care and Current Status
Immediately following the evacuation, the rescued crew members were provided with essential first aid to treat any injuries or smoke inhalation. After receiving initial medical attention, they were handed over to the relevant authorities for further care. Officials have confirmed that all 22 individuals are currently in stable condition.
"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," the UAE National Guard stated in a post on X.
A Commitment to Maritime Security
The UAE National Guard emphasized that this operation serves as a testament to the high level of readiness and field competence of its personnel. The agency highlighted its ongoing commitment to responding rapidly to maritime emergencies to protect lives and enhance the overall security and safety of the region's waters.
A Pattern of Swift Interventions
This is not the first time the UAE Coast Guard has stepped in to prevent a maritime tragedy. The authorities have been intensifying their efforts to monitor and respond to emergencies involving commercial vessels in the region.
In a strikingly similar incident on October 10, the UAE National Guard's Coast Guard Division rescued 22 Asian nationals from an oil tanker in the Arabian Gulf after a fire broke out on that vessel. In that instance as well, emergency procedures were activated following a distress call, leading to the successful evacuation and stabilization of all crew members.