Video of courageous Omani youngster rescuing bicycle from flood goes viral.

After a video of a young Omani child valiantly fighting floodwaters to save his bicycle after severe rains in the Nizwa Governorate went viral, the boy won the hearts of the country.

Muscat: The youngster, who is said to be around ten years old, was shown on camera holding onto his medium-sized bike as the recent “Al Sayyal” storm’s torrential downpour threatened to carry it away.

The child, dressed in traditional Omani attire, grabbed his bike tightly and would not let go despite the power of the gushing water. His predicament persisted until a bystander in a car pulled over, got out, and assisted in removing the youngster and his bicycle from danger.

Social media users saw the video immediately go viral and share it. Although some questioned the youngster’s actions out of fear for his safety, others celebrated the boy as a local hero. Bloggers and news organizations in Oman commended the boy for his fortitude, and pundits referred to him as a symbol of tenacity and bravery.

Following three days of intense rains produced by the storm that hit earlier this week, roads across the nation were blocked and valleys were inundated.

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