Hatta Braves: Heroes of Mountain Rescue

More than 200 Lives Saved by Hatta Braves – Mountain Rescuers on Bikes and with Drones

The elite mountain rescue unit of Dubai police, the Hatta Braves, has provided emergency medical assistance to over 200 people and rescued 25 tourists from the dangerous mountain terrain in 2024. This unit is not only the guardian of safety in the Hatta mountains but can also be seen as modern heroes, using special equipment, advanced technology, and exceptional expertise to save lives in the seemingly hostile environment of nature.

Hatta Braves: Saving Lives in Extreme Conditions

Operated within the Hatta Police Station, the unit collaborates with the Dubai Police Air Unit and the Dubai Ambulance Service. Their mission is to ensure public safety in one of the region's harshest and most inaccessible areas, whether it's hikers, climbers, or adventure-seeking tourists.

The creation of the Hatta Braves was part of a comprehensive strategic plan aimed at making Hatta a premier tourist destination where nature enthusiasts feel safe, regardless of any emergency. Team members undergo special training to master movement on rocky, difficult terrain, survival techniques, and quick responses in extreme conditions.

The Convergence of Technology and Mobility

One of the unique aspects of the Hatta Braves is their bicycle patrol unit. These high-mobility bikes are specifically designed for narrow trails and hidden valleys. Each bike is equipped with advanced smart devices, communication equipment, first aid kits, and rescue tools, and they maintain a direct connection with the Command and Control center.

In addition to bicycles, the team also uses quad bikes, off-road vehicles, high-performance spotlights, and night-vision thermal drones to carry out precise rescue operations at any time of the day. Each officer wears a helmet camera that streams live images to the headquarters, enabling real-time coordination of interventions.

Rapid Response Saves Lives

Team members continuously engage in physical and technical training to provide quick and efficient assistance in any situation. Whether it’s an injured hiker needing helicopter evacuation from a steep cliff or a mountain biker lost before nightfall, the Hatta Braves are always ready.

The combination of modern equipment and local terrain knowledge allows them to intervene where other units could not effectively operate. By doing so, they not only save lives but also enhance the sense of security for tourists and hikers.

Why is This Particularly Important?

Dubai is continuously working to make regions distant from the city center—such as Hatta—more attractive and safer for visitors. The Hatta Braves' activities support exactly this vision: enabling people to explore nature more boldly while knowing that a professional rescue team can reach them in moments if needed.

Conclusion

The Hatta Braves unit is not just a rescue service; it is a well-organized, technologically advanced, dedicated team that plays a key role in keeping Dubai's mountainous region safe and accessible to everyone. The lives of more than 200 people saved so far demonstrate that quick response, continuous readiness, and innovative tools truly can save lives.

(The article's source is a statement from Hatta Police Station.)