National Guard Command rescues two people missing at sea

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Two people in their thirties of Asian nationality who were missing at sea after their boat sank due to fluctuating weather conditions were rescued by the National Guard Command.

It was carried out with the help of the National Search and Rescue Centre and the UAE Coast Guard Division/Third Squadron in coordination with the Air Wing Department of the Ministry of Interior.

By combining resources and coordinating efforts, the search and rescue teams were able to locate the two missing people, who were suffering from severe fatigue and exhaustion despite the weather conditions.

They were evacuated by a Ministry of Interior helicopter and transported to Al Qassimi Hospital for necessary treatment.

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