Three Omanis Rescued After Boat Capsizes Near Barka Coast

Efficient rescue operation saves lives after boat capsizes off Barka coast.

Publish date: Monday، 27 April 2026 Reading time: 1 min read

Three Omanis Rescued After Boat Capsizes Near Barka Coast

Three Omani citizens were successfully rescued after their boat capsized in open waters near the Barka coast, authorities confirmed on Friday.

The Royal Oman Police reported that the Coast Guard Unit, with the assistance of a local fishing boat crew, carried out the rescue mission in South Al Batinah Governorate. The operation ensured the safe recovery of all individuals on board the distressed vessel.

Following the rescue, the capsized boat was secured and subsequently towed to the marine dock located at the fishing port in the Wilayat of Barka.

In an official statement, police noted that the rescue was executed efficiently due to “swift coordination between authorities and local fishermen.” Authorities confirmed that all three rescued individuals were unharmed and in good condition.

Located in northern Oman, Barka is a coastal city that forms part of the Al Batinah region. It is bordered by the Sea of Oman and the Hajar Mountains, serving as a hub for fisheries and maritime activities in southern Al Batinah.

وحدة شرطة خفر السواحل بمحافظة جنوب الباطنة تتمكن بالتعاون مع طاقم قارب صيد عماني من إنقاذ ثلاثة مواطنين تعرض قاربهم للغرق في عرض البحر، وقد تم قطر القارب إلى الرصيف البحري بميناء الصيد في ولاية بركاء.#شرطة_عمان_السلطانية
— شرطة عُمان السلطانية (@RoyalOmanPolice) April 26, 2026

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Three Omanis Rescued After Boat Capsizes Near Barka Coast

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