The UAE government, a close friend of US, had stood by with its ally and provided assistance whenever the US has been affected by natural disasters such as hurricanes and tornadoes.

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, on Thursday ordered to dispatch a special aircraft to help evacuate Emiratis from Florida before Hurricane Irma hits the place.

Mohamed bin Zayed also ordered to provide all help to Emirati citizens in Florida.

Source: Khaleej Times