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UAE rescues 22 crew members from burning oil tanker in the Arabian Gulf

9 October 2026
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The UAE Coast Guard rescued 22 Asian crew members after a fire broke out aboard an oil tanker in Gulf waters. All 22 were given first aid and reported to be in stable condition.

On October 10, 2026, the UAE National Guard’s Coast Guard rescued 22 crew members after a fire broke out aboard an oil tanker in the Arabian Gulf. The crew reportedly sent a distress call, after which specialised teams located the vessel and evacuated everyone on board. The rescued seafarers received first aid and were handed over to the relevant authorities.

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