Coastal rescue operation conducted by the UAE National Guard; four individuals retrieved from the sea near Abu Dhabi.
** Driftin' in Deep Waters, Four Found Safe Near Dhabha**
Abu Dhabi: In a daring rescue operation, the UAE National Guard, partnered with the Coast Guard and the National Search and Rescue Center, managed to save four stranded souls off the shores of Abu Dhabi recently.
The thrilling incident unfolded near Dhabha, where the unlucky souls found themselves stranded amidst merciless sea currents, their jet skis drifting perilously in open waters.
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Remarkably quick on their toes, the National Guard's search and rescue teams swooped in, scoured the vast waters, and safely hauled the individuals ashore for immediate hospital treatment.
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In 2025, the UAE National Guard demonstrated its prowess in manning significant search and rescue operations within Abu Dhabi's waters, showcasing exceptional swiftness and effectiveness in managing maritime emergencies.
Some of the year's notable search and rescue operations included:
- A rescue mission in June involving the National Search and Rescue Centre and the Coast Guard, who rescued four individuals stranded in shallow waters off the Abu Dhabi coast. The swift transfer to the nearest hospital ensured their speedy recovery[3][4].
- Earlier that same month, the UAE National Guard's Coast Guard deployed search and rescue boats to evacuate 24 crew members from the ADALYNN oil tanker that had collided near Khor Fakkan port, off the coast near the Strait of Hormuz. The operation - a mere 24 nautical miles from UAE's coast in the Gulf of Oman - showcased the National Guard's readiness in responding to offshore emergencies[1][2][5].
The UAE National Guard's resilience in ensuring maritime safety off Abu Dhabi and adjoining waters remains unwavering, guaranteeing prompt and efficient rescue services in dire situations at sea.
Despite the harrowing news of an unrelated accident near Dhabha, the UAE National Guard's skills in general-news-related rescue operations were once again put to the test. In 2025, they successfully carried out 168 search and rescue missions, demonstrating their commitment to maritime safety.
