Following record rainfall on April 16, the UAE experienced unprecedented flooding, and amidst the chaos, these courageous individuals selflessly risked their lives to save another
In a heartwarming tale of bravery and compassion, three Indian expatriates have emerged as heroes after their daring rescue of a 62-year-old Emirati man from the clutches of a flash flood in the United Arab Emirates. Following record rainfall on April 16, the UAE experienced unprecedented flooding, and amidst the chaos, these courageous individuals selflessly risked their lives to save another.
Jasem Obaid Humaid Hilal Al Zaabi, the grateful Emirati citizen residing in Sharjah’s Kalba area, recounted his harrowing experience and expressed profound gratitude to his rescuers. “These guys helped me too much and I am here today because of them,” Al Zaabi remarked, reflecting on the pivotal role the men played in his survival. He warmly welcomed them into his home, treating them like family and cherishing the opportunity to share moments of gratitude and camaraderie over a cup of tea.
The valiant rescuers, hailing from Kerala and residing as roommates in Kalba Industrial Area, include Mohammed Nisar, proprietor of a garage, Umarul Farooq, a skilled plumber, and Kavumpurathu Noorudhin, an administrative assistant at India Social Club, Kalba. Accompanied by their roommates Baburaj, a tailor, and Joby Pallan, an electrician, these ordinary men showcased extraordinary courage in the face of adversity.
Recalling the fateful night of the rescue mission amidst the UAE’s heaviest rainfall on record, Mohammed Nisar vividly recounted the sequence of events that led to their heroic intervention. “We had decided to leave our villa after dinner as water had started getting inside by 9.30 pm,” Nisar recalled, highlighting the urgency of their situation.
The courageous actions of these Indian expatriates serve as a poignant reminder of the power of compassion and solidarity in the face of adversity, transcending borders and cultural divides to unite humanity in moments of need
As they navigated through the flooded streets, the men spotted Jasem Obaid Humaid Hilal Al Zaabi’s pickup trapped in the merciless currents of the flash flood. Sensing imminent danger, they sprang into action without hesitation. Braving waist-deep waters, they attempted to extract Al Zaabi from his vehicle, eventually succeeding in pulling him to safety through a partially open window.
The relief and gratitude felt by Al Zaabi were palpable as he embraced his rescuers, thanking them profusely for their selfless act of heroism. Despite his offers of monetary gratitude, the humble rescuers insisted that the opportunity to save a life was reward enough.
In the aftermath of the ordeal, the bond forged between the Emirati man and his Indian saviors only grew stronger. Al Zaabi extended a heartfelt invitation to his newfound heroes, welcoming them into his home once more to express his gratitude and share moments of genuine connection.
As they stood together amidst the remnants of the flood’s devastation, nationality and background faded into insignificance, replaced by a profound sense of shared humanity and mutual respect.
The courageous actions of these Indian expatriates serve as a poignant reminder of the power of compassion and solidarity in the face of adversity, transcending borders and cultural divides to unite humanity in moments of need.
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