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Al Etihad
14-06-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority launches Safety Patrol to promote preventive safety awareness
14 June 2025 13:21 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority has launched the Safety Patrol for industrial, commercial, and residential facilities across the emirate to enhance preventive safety awareness, and the readiness of individuals and institutions to deal with emergencies, in line with the UAE's Year of Safety Patrol conducts field visits to facilities throughout Abu Dhabi to promote safety awareness, assess site readiness and provide preventive initiative also delivers training sessions that enhance both individual and institutional efficiency in applying safety part of its efforts to encourage compliance, the Safety Patrol awards Safety Certificates to facilities that meet prevention standards, and issues Observation Cards for informal notices. The initiative also includes a Safety Voucher, offering discounts on safety equipment. The Safety Patrol offers an effective model that combines public awareness with preventive action, supporting Abu Dhabi Government's commitment to enhancing social resilience and safety, and protecting lives, property, and quality of life for all. Source: Aletihad - Abu Dhabi
Al Etihad
05-06-2025
- Al Etihad
Abu Dhabi Police and Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority issue prevention and safety guidelines for Eid Al Adha holiday
5 June 2025 20:15 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)Abu Dhabi Police and Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority have issued prevention and safety guidelines for the Eid Al Adha guidelines urge community members to adhere to precautionary measures during the celebrations in support of the continued protection of lives and property in the prevention and safety guidelines call for members of the public to comply with traffic laws and reduce speed when driving, give right of way to emergency response vehicles, and avoid stunts and other reckless guidelines further advise the public to refrain from using or handling fireworks, to ensure that chargers, extension cables, and other electronic devices comply with safety standards, ensure that children do not play near main roads or cross the street without supervision, choose an open and safe barbecue site away from flammables, and extinguish charcoal or firewood well after finishing. In the event of and emergency, the public are to call 999 immediately. Based on international best practices, the guidelines form part of the shared efforts of Abu Dhabi Police and Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority to enhance emergency response preparedness and ensure smooth traffic flow and public safety during the Eid Al Adha holiday.
Al Etihad
30-05-2025
- Automotive
- Al Etihad
Abu Dhabi Police launch Don't Hesitate – Give Way Immediately awareness campaign
30 May 2025 18:04 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)Abu Dhabi Police has launched a six-month awareness campaign in collaboration with Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority and partners, urging drivers to give way to emergency vehicles to save lives, protect emergency responders, and strengthen the road safety culture in the Don't Hesitate – Give Way Immediately awareness campaign calls on drivers to save lives by giving way to emergency vehicles through various media and outreach campaign will educate drivers on traffic laws around giving way to emergency vehicles, and the fines applicable for failure to do so, further enhancing responsible driving habits. By ensuring emergency vehicles reach critical scenes without delay, the campaign supports the ongoing efforts of Abu Dhabi Police to further enhance the emirate's position as one of the safest in the world, while reinforcing collective responsibility and supporting the work of emergency responders in protecting lives and property.
Dubai Eye
29-05-2025
- Dubai Eye
Abu Dhabi's jet-powered drone 'Suhail' to speed up emergency response
Abu Dhabi has unveiled a jet-powered firefighting drone to speed up emergency response and reach areas inaccessible to human crew. Making the announcement during Expo 2025 in Japan, Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority said 'Suhail' is equipped with smart systems and its jet power allows for rapid deployment and precise navigation in high-risk environment. The drone also integrates laser imaging detection and ranging (LiDAR) technology, which allows it to "see" in 3D. This enables Suhail to map surroundings, identify hazards and navigate through smoke-filled areas with enhanced situational awareness. مسؤولون في هيئة أبوظبي للدفاع المدني يتحدثون عن الطائرة المسيّرة "سهيل"، الأولى من نوعها في العالم التي تعمل بمحركات دفع نفاثة، التي كشفت عنها الهيئة خلال معرض إكسبو 2025 في اليابان، ويسلطون الضوء على ريادة #أبوظبي في مجالات السلامة العامة. — مكتب أبوظبي الإعلامي (@ADMediaOffice) May 28, 2025
What's On
29-05-2025
- What's On
UAE launches world's first jet-powered firefighting drone ‘Suhail'
This is what the future of firefighting looks like, and it's starting in the UAE… The UAE just made global headlines by unveiling Suhail, the world's first jet-powered firefighting drone, designed to respond to fires faster and in harder-to-reach spots than ever before. Introduced at the UAE Pavilion during Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, Suhail marks a major step forward for emergency response. Developed by the Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority in partnership with UAE-based Drone First Building Services, Suhail isn't just fast – it's smart. The drone is equipped with computer vision, AI-powered LiDAR, and 3D scanning technology that allows it to map its surroundings in real-time, identify targets, and avoid obstacles with precision. The goal? To cut response times and give emergency teams a serious edge when it comes to navigating tight urban environments or hard-to-access fire zones. Jet-powered and ready to go Suhail is engineered for vertical flight, precise manoeuvring, and stability in tough conditions. Whether it's flying into the upper levels of a high-rise or getting to places ground crews can't, Suhail is built to boost both speed and safety. Also read You can now pay for Air Arabia flights with crypto in the UAE When does it go live? The firefighting drone is set to enter service in early 2025, following a series of successful tests conducted with UAE Civil Defence teams. More to come The UAE isn't stopping here. Sharjah Civil Defence also announced it plans to deploy firefighting drones for use in high-rise emergencies – also starting in 2025. Image: > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
