As storm Idalia approaches Florida’s west coast, the UAE Embassy in Washington, along with members of the nation’s diplomatic mission in the country, has evacuated 34 Emirati nationals living in Tampa to safe locations.
Yousef Mana Al Otaiba, UAE ambassador to the US, said the embassy had taken all necessary measures to ensure the safety of its citizens lives in Florida.
Sixteen were evacuated to Miami, while another 18 were flown to Atlanta, Georgia.
He has also urged citizens to report and communicate with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the UAE in emergency cases through calling 00971 80024, in addition to registering with the Tawajodi app.
