Watch: Dubai ramps up lifeguard presence at beaches

Beach safety measures have been ramped up in Dubai with the municipality assigning a 140-member rescue team.

The crew includes 124 lifeguards, 12 supervisors and two assistant managers who are overseen by one operations manager.

They are equipped with hi-tech safety devices and equipment and all-terrain beach vehicles (ATV), and are stationed along the emirate's public beaches, which include: Al Mamzar, Al Mamzar Corniche, Jumeirah 1, 2, and 3, Umm Suqeim 1 and 2, El Shorouq, Al Sufouh, and Jebel Ali.

To ensure the safety of public beachgoers in Dubai, #DubaiMunicipality has implemented a comprehensive safety and rescue system. Our trained team is equipped with the latest tools and follows global standards for prompt assistance and first aid when needed. pic.twitter.com/4g9T9V6omc

— بلدية دبي | Dubai Municipality (@DMunicipality) August 18, 2023

"These teams work from sunrise until sunset, and around the clock at night swimming beaches to monitor and observe all activities taking place on the beaches and ensure the safety of beachgoers," said Eng. Ibrahim Mohammad Juma, Director of Public Beaches and Waterways Management Department at Dubai Municipality.

"The rescue teams at Dubai beaches are highly qualified and regularly trained to the highest levels in intensive rescue operations. They are equipped with the latest and innovative equipment and technologies, including first aid equipment, All-Terrain beach Vehicles (ATV), and wireless communication devices for a swift response to emergencies," he added.

The municipality has also installed signboards with safety information for beachgoers, as well as swimming warning flags.

The red flag indicates that swimming in this area is prohibited, the yellow flag warns people to swim with caution and the purple flag indicates that swimming is permitted but marine species have been spotted in the water.