A hiker, who lost consciousness due to extreme exhaustion in Fujairah's mountainous region, has been airlifted to safety.
In a video shared on their social media, the National Search and Rescue Centre said the medical evacuation was carried out on Saturday after the Emirate's Civil Defence received an SOS call.
The man has been transferred to Daba Hospital in Lamara Al-Faji for necessary treatment.
Sri Lankan President thanks UAE for flood relief efforts
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has spoken by phone with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who expressed gratitude for the UAE’s humanitarian support to communities affected by recent floods.
Dubai’s beaches, parks reopen as weather improves
With improved weather conditions across the emirate, Dubai Municipality has announced the reopening of beaches, public parks and open-air markets.
Some Dubai flights cancelled due to adverse weather conditions
Some flights operating at Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International (DWC) were cancelled or delayed on Friday due to adverse weather conditions.
Dubai deploys special patrols, emergency crew to monitor traffic during rains
Dubai Police has deployed a number of patrols, while Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has positioned more than 2,000 staff to respond to any emergencies due to the unstable weather conditions.
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