Jet skiers have been warned to slow down after a serious accident on rocks near Al Mamzar Beach Park in Dubai.
According to state news agency WAM, the Dubai Port Police Station and Maritime Rescue Team, alongside an all-female rescue patrol, carried out a mission to save the life of a young man after his jet ski had hit some rocks at breakwaters opposite the beach park.
The man was rushed to hospital after sustaining moderate injuries, WAM said.
Colonel Obaid Bin Hodhaiba, deputy director of Ports Police, called upon beachgoers to follow safety guides and avoid speeding while practising water activities.
He also reminded the public to call 901 for general inquires and dial 999 in cases of genuine emergencies only.
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