Emirati driver rescued after three days in Omani desert

The motorist's vehicle had become trapped in deep sand

A search and rescue team was able to locate the driver. Courtesy: Royal Oman Police

A search and rescue team was able to locate the driver. Courtesy: Royal Oman Police

Ruba Haza
Feb 04, 2020
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An Emirati motorist has been rescued after becoming stranded in the Omani desert for three days.

The Royal Oman Police said its emergency response team carried out a search for the man after he was reported missing.

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A helicopter crew was able to locate the driver in Al Nakda desert at Jalan Bani Buali state in Ash Sharqiyah South Governorate.

“Police aviation carried out a search and rescue operation for an Emirati man after his car broke down in Al Nakda desert,” Royal Oman Police said on Twitter.

“He was brought back safely to the state’s station."

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