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Gulf Today
06-07-2025
- Health
- Gulf Today
National Guard carries out 347 rescue operations
The National Guard Command carried out 347 rescue operations on land and sea, within and outside the country, during the first half of 2025. These efforts are part of ongoing initiatives to strengthen the national response system and enhance the readiness of search and rescue teams across the nation. According to statistics, the National Search and Rescue Centre conducted 218 operations, including 63 search, rescue, and medical evacuation missions, 18 patient transport missions via air ambulance within the country, and 13 medical transport and air ambulance missions outside the country. Meanwhile, the Coast Guard Group carried out 129 search and rescue operations in the Arabian Gulf and the Sea of Oman. The National Guard Command emphasised that these operations reflect their commitment to providing highly efficient services in the Year of the Community, utilising the latest technologies and equipment to ensure the safety of lives and rapid intervention in various conditions and geographical areas. They urged the public to contact the Search and Rescue Emergency Line at (995) and the Coast Guard Emergency Line at (996) to report any emergencies requiring immediate assistance or intervention. Earlier, the National Guard Command announced that the National Ambulance service executed more than 47,000 emergency missions during the first half of 2025, reinforcing its critical role in the country's emergency response and healthcare system. According to official statistics, ambulance teams responded to 47,269 emergency cases in the Northern Emirates, including traffic accidents, medical emergencies, and various injuries. Immediate care and on-site treatment were provided to over 19,400 cases, while more than 27,800 individuals were transported to hospitals for specialised medical care. The National Ambulance continues to provide its vital services 24/7 through the emergency number 998, as part of a comprehensive strategy aimed at enhancing community safety and improving the efficiency of the national emergency response system.
The National
11-06-2025
- Automotive
- The National
Nine hurt as 20 vehicles involved in UAE pile-up
Nine motorists were injured in a major traffic incident that involved as many as 20 vehicles in the UAE's north-east. The pile-up happened on the road to Dibba Al Fujairah, one of the main towns on the country's east coast, on Wednesday evening. 'The chain reaction car accident resulted in eight minor injuries and one moderate injury. The road was blocked,' Fujairah Police said. It is thought the crash happened when a car caught fire on the main road and other vehicles slammed on their brakes. The lorries crashed into the cars in front. Several authorities including the national ambulance service rushed to the scene. 'All injured individuals were transported to the hospital to receive the necessary medical care and treatment," a police statement said. Few further details were available. Police urged all drivers to exercise caution, adhere to speed limits, and maintain a safe distance between vehicles, especially on mountain roads. Nationwide police figures showed an 8 per cent increase in traffic accidents in 2024 compared to the previous year. Despite safety campaigns and enforcement measures, 384 people died in crashes last year – an increase from 352 deaths in 2023 and 343 in 2022. The figures were published as the country witnesses a population boom. But over the past decade, traffic deaths have significantly fallen from a high of 725 in 2016, due to better road awareness, tougher policing and advanced safety measures in cars.
Khaleej Times
11-06-2025
- Automotive
- Khaleej Times
UAE: 9 injured in 20-vehicle collision in Fujairah involving cars, trucks
Nine people suffered minor to moderate injuries following a multiple vehicle collision on the road leading from Waib Al Hannah to Dibba Al Fujairah, Fujairah Police said on Wednesday. The accident involved 16 vehicles and four trucks resulting in a complete closure of the road for traffic. Upon receiving the report, Dibba Al Fujairah Police patrols, supported by the Traffic and Patrols Department, patrols from the Masafi Comprehensive Police Station, and National Ambulance teams, headed to the accident site. They immediately dealt with the situation, provided the necessary support to the injured, organised traffic, and reopened the road to drivers. Emergency response teams from Dibba Al Fujairah Police, the Traffic and Patrols Department, Masafi Comprehensive Police Station, and National Ambulance were immediately dispatched to the scene. Authorities worked swiftly to assist the injured, manage the flow of traffic, and clear the site, eventually reopening the road to motorists. The accident resulted in 8 minor injuries and one moderate injury. All the injured were transferred to the hospital to receive the necessary treatment and medical care.
Tahawul Tech
10-06-2025
- Business
- Tahawul Tech
Smart Cities need Smart Emergency Services to provide frontline connectivity
Zebra Technologies Corporation, a global leader in digitising and automating frontline workflows, is supporting emergency services customers across EMEA and sees the rapid development of smart cities in the Middle East as a catalyst for more responsive, sustainable and resilient public safety services. The company will highlight its services and solutions at CCW 2025, where senior executives will participate in panel discussions on IoT and Tetra to Broadband. The UAE is leading the way in smart cities, with the likes of Dubai ranked fourth and Abu Dhabi ranking fifth in the Smart City Index 2025 by the International Institute for Management Development. Abu Dhabi's vision is to become the world's first fully AI-native city by 2027, backed by significant investment. But what do smart cities mean for emergency services on the frontline of safeguarding people and responding to threats and disasters? The 2024 floods in the UAE were a reminder that emergency services need the right visibility, and frontline connectivity to help those in need when an emergency strikes, with the National Ambulance service responding to 1,426 urgent calls across the Northern Emirates says one report. This need for smart public safety services was highlighted at the recent Global Crisis and Emergency Management Summit in Abu Dhabi, which aimed to enhance preparedness and international cooperation at a time of rapid technological advancements, proliferation of digital solutions and AI systems that contribute to improving crisis response. A Leap Forward for IoT with AI and 5G Many IoT technologies are not new, but they are revolutionising how cities detect, respond to, and manage emergencies in new ways combined with advances in data management and analysis, secure cloud computing, AI, and 5G. The integration of Internet of Things (IoT) in smart cities for emergency response represents a significant leap forward in urban safety and disaster management, with a more connected frontline workforce and greater visibility across assets, inventory, and scenarios. 'Across the Middle East and Europe – aided by smart city developments around 5G broadband and AI – we're seeing emergency services turn to more modern mobile computing', said Michael Fertig, Public Safety Manager, Zebra Technologies. 'Professionals in the field need a mobile 'digital desk' with critical communications connectivity and applications for operational work'. From reducing response times through real-time data and smart traffic management to enhancing the accuracy and effectiveness of emergency operations through AI-powered analytics, the new IoT is proving to be an invaluable tool for emergency services. AI integration, 5G networks for critical communications and data workflows, radio frequency identification (RFID) solutions and mobile computing can further enhance the capabilities of frontline public safety teams, with the potential to create predictive and proactive emergency management systems. Rugged, purpose-built mobile solutions leverage IoT, AI, 5G and other technologies and put them into the hands of emergency services professionals in the field, making smart emergency services a reality. These solutions can provide real-time data intelligence, secure, mission critical communication, and interoperable technology designed to support emergency responders, law enforcement, and government agencies in high-pressure environments. Middle East public safety professionals are faced with changing and challenging expectations, greater volumes of data, budget scrutiny and the rapid pace of technology developments. Addressing these challenges and opportunities needs to be underpinned by the acceleration of digitisation across operations to improve communications in the field. Image Credit: Stock Image
Al Etihad
05-06-2025
- Health
- Al Etihad
National Ambulance enhances readiness ahead of Eid Al-Adha holiday
5 June 2025 14:46 ABU DHABI (WAM)National Ambulance, under the National Guard Command, has announced heightened preparedness as part of its proactive strategy for the upcoming Eid Al-Adha measures aim to ensure swift response to emergency calls and the delivery of ambulance services in line with the highest standards of quality and operational plan includes strengthening field coverage through an increased strategic deployment of ambulance crews, vehicles, and medical equipment, as well as increasing staffing in ambulance communication centres to further enhance focus areas include high-density public areas that typically experience large crowds during the holiday, such as mosques where Eid prayers are held, abattoirs, beaches, public parks, shopping malls, and tourist step is part of National Ambulance's continued commitment to strengthening rapid response capabilities for emergencies, traffic accidents, and potential injuries during public holidays. The plan is implemented in close coordination with strategic partners across the emergency and public safety Ambulance also urged the public to adhere to traffic safety regulations and drive cautiously, particularly during peak holiday hours. Parents are reminded to closely supervise children during celebrations to prevent accidents such as drowning, falls, burns, and injuries caused by fireworks and other hazardous public is also reminded not to hesitate to call the emergency ambulance hotline 998 in the event of a medical emergency requiring ambulance Ambulance continues to deliver round-the-clock emergency medical services across the Emirates of Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Qaiwain, and Fujairah. Backed by highly trained teams and a modern fleet equipped with advanced life-saving technology, the organisation ensures quality care in line with global best practices in pre-hospital emergency care.
