Motorists rescued from drowning by Dubai Police

ARN News Centre

Two people have been rescued from drowning in rainwater in Dubai.

Dubai Police immediately attended to the man and the woman, who were stuck in their vehicles surrounded by rain water.

The woman contacted Al Rashidiya Police Station after her car was submerged in the floodwater in the Festival City Tunnel. 

Meanwhile, the man was spotted near the Dubai International City area by patrolling police officers, who helped him come out of the vehicle through the window. 

Authorities are reminding residents to be cautious on the roads and to avoid flooded streets. 

They have also urged the public to contact emergency services in times of distress. 

More from Local

Coming Up on Dubai Eye

  • Extra Time

    7:00pm - 8:00pm

    Chris & Robbie bring you the latest from the sporting world plus interviews with upcoming and legendary sporting stars.

  • The Night Shift with Mark Lloyd

    8:00pm - 11:00pm

    Musicians and music, entertainers and entertainment, industry gossip and songs selected by you, get ready to bring your night time to life! Every evening from eight, Mark Lloyd brings you an energetic mix of local and international content and contests, featuring an array of celebrity interviews and entertaining anecdotes. Get involved in the show and pick your favourite jukebox hits, every night from 8pm - 11pm.

BUSINESS BREAKFAST LATEST

On Dubai Eye

  • Flying Taxis

    It sounds like an episode of The Jetsons, but the sight of flying taxis whizzing around our cities could be much closer than you think.

  • Tough penalties for deliberate tax evasion

    The UAE has said that tougher penalties will come into force from 1st August for not keeping proper corporate tax records.