UAE Rescues 22 Crew After Oil Tanker Fire in Gulf Waters

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) National Guard reported on Saturday, October 10, 2026, that it had rescued 22 Asian crew members after an oil tanker caught fire in Gulf waters. The National Guard's Coast Guard division received a distress call from the vessel's crew, prompting the deployment of specialist teams.

Upon locating the tanker, rescue operations commenced, leading to the successful retrieval of all 22 individuals. The National Guard confirmed that all those rescued were in a stable condition. The statement issued by the National Guard did not disclose the identity of the oil tanker involved in the incident.

Emergency Response

The UAE National Guard's Coast Guard responded promptly to the distress report. Specialist teams were dispatched to the location in Gulf waters where the fire occurred. This rapid deployment ensured the timely rescue of the crew members aboard the affected vessel.

Crew Safety Confirmed

Following the rescue operation, the National Guard verified that all 22 Asian crew members were in stable health. The focus of the rescue efforts was on ensuring the immediate safety and well-being of the personnel on board the burning tanker. Further details regarding the cause of the fire or the extent of damage to the vessel were not provided in the National Guard's statement, as reported by gCaptain, citing Reuters.