UAE National Guard Rescues Elderly Hiker in Ras Al Khaimah
- Publish date: Monday، 26 May 2025 Reading time: 1 min read
A man in his 70s was airlifted after collapsing from exhaustion—here’s how the UAE’s emergency team pulled off a mountain rescue in style.
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A mountain hike took a scary turn this weekend when a man in his 70s found himself stranded and severely dehydrated in the rocky heights of Ras Al Khaimah. Fortunately, the UAE’s emergency response forces were ready for action — and they didn’t disappoint.
In a dramatic airlift operation on Saturday, the UAE National Guard, in collaboration with Ras Al Khaimah Police, swooped in with a rescue helicopter after receiving an alert about a hiker in distress. The man was discovered in a remote mountain area, struggling with extreme exhaustion and the region’s rising heat, unable to descend on his own.
The National Search and Rescue Center quickly tracked his location — which wasn’t accessible by road — and airlifted him straight to the nearest hospital. Fast response. Clean execution. Life saved.
Authorities praised the seamless coordination between the units and reminded the public that mountain adventures, while thrilling, come with risks — especially in high temps. So whether you're chasing a sunset or getting those step counts in, they urge hikers to:
- Stay hydrated
- Check the weather forecast
- Avoid solo treks
- And call 995 in case of emergencies
Because when the going gets tough, it’s good to know that the skies aren’t just for drones and seagulls — they might just save your life.
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