Emergency services in Dubai came to the aid of a heavily pregnant Ethiopian traveller who went into labour while waiting for a flight home. The woman was transiting through Dubai International Airport with her three children after landing from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, when she realised a new arrival was on its way. "The traveller was resting in the transit stop at Dubai International Airport when she went into labour," said Maj Gen Ali Atiq bin Lahej, director of airports security at Dubai Police. Maj Gen bin Lahej thanked Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services, Dubai Health Authority and Emirates airline for their support during the incident. On high alertIt is not the first time emergency services have stepped up to support an expectant mother in a moment of need.

Source: Ethiopian News May 04, 2022 08:52 UTC