A Muslim woman rescued a man who was burning alive by using her abaya to put out the flames.

According to the Khaleej Times, Jawaher Saif Al Kumaiti, 22, saved 'H. Sing' after his truck was trapped in a collision and caught fire in the city of Ras Al Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates.

Jawaher Saif Al Kumaiti has been honoured for her actions by military and state officials for saving the burning driver.

The city's civil defence director general, Brigadier said, “What you have done, Jawaher, speaks volumes about kindness and truly reflects the human values of sacrifice, dignity and commitment.

“Your timely and swift action helped save the life of the driver on fire.”