Dubai Police successfully rescued five hikers stranded on hazardous terrain in Hatta, following a distress call to the Command and Control Centre. The hikers, unable to descend safely, were airlifted to safety by the Air Wing Centre team using a helicopter equipped with a winch.
Colonel Khalfan Salem Al Mazroui, acting director of the Air Wing Centre, explained that the team quickly responded despite challenging conditions and the lack of a safe landing area. Paramedics were lowered to the hikers’ location, and after ensuring their well-being, no hospitalisation was required.
Dubai Police’s Air Wing and Hatta Braves Unit, in collaboration with Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services, successfully rescued five hikers stranded on a mountain in Hatta after they reported being unable to descend safely due to hazardous terrain and elevation.… pic.twitter.com/3noz2127FF
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The operation was carried out in collaboration with Dubai Ambulance, led by CEO Mishal Julfar, and the Brave Team. Julfar highlighted the importance of teamwork and preparedness in managing incidents in difficult terrains, particularly during the Hatta Winter Festival, which attracts numerous visitors.
The hikers expressed deep gratitude to Dubai Police for their swift response and professionalism.
