UAE rains: 15-year-old boy rescued after being swept away in Khor Fakkan valley stream

Khor Fakkan: A 15-year-old Arab boy was rescued unharmed after being swept away by strong currents in a valley in the Al Zubarah area of Khor Fakkan, authorities said on Thursday.

The incident occurred at around 4.20pm, when the teenager, who was playing near a valley stream, slipped and fell into the water, according to Khor Fakkan Civil Defence officials.

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The fast-moving current carried him an extensive distance downstream before he became trapped among trees in a densely wooded area. Officials said the trees helped slow his movement and prevented the situation from worsening until rescue teams arrived.

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Emergency crews rushed to the scene immediately after receiving the alert and carried out a swift and safe rescue operation.

The boy was pulled out in good health and did not sustain any injuries, with Civil Defence personnel carrying out the operation efficiently and effectively.