UAE National Guard conducts 168 search and rescue operations in first quarter of 2025

Abu Dhabi: The UAE National Guard Command has announced that it carried out 168 search and rescue operations on land and at sea, both domestically and internationally, during the first quarter of 2025.

Conducted between January 1 and March 31, these missions underscore the National Guard’s commitment to enhancing rapid response capabilities in emergencies and crisis situations as part of the ‘Year of Community’ initiative.

The Coast Guard played a crucial role, executing 23 search and rescue missions in the waters of the Arabian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman.

Meanwhile, the National Search and Rescue Center led 145 operations, including 34 search and rescue missions and medical evacuations in collaboration with relevant authorities.

The center also conducted nine medical transport and air ambulance missions within the UAE and four similar operations abroad.

Reaffirming its dedication to safeguarding lives, the National Guard emphasised its use of cutting-edge technology and specialised equipment to ensure swift, effective interventions across varied terrains.

The public is urged to report emergencies by contacting the Search and Rescue Emergency line at 995 or the Coast Guard Emergency line at 996.