Civil Defense declares end of threat in Wadi Al-Dawasir and Sulayyil after early warning
Saudi Civil Defense says the threat has passed in Wadi Al-Dawasir and Sulayyil after an early warning was issued on Tuesday evening.
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AIThe General Directorate of Civil Defense announced on Tuesday evening that the threat in Wadi Al-Dawasir and Sulayyil has ended, after an earlier alert was issued through the National Early Warning Platform.
The directorate had previously stressed the importance of remaining calm and following official instructions, advising people to stay indoors, move to an internal room or a safe area away from windows, and not to leave their homes or buildings until the threat had passed.
Guidelines also included avoiding open areas and glass, and not standing on balconies or rooftops. Those outside were urged to enter the nearest building or take cover behind a solid barrier.
The directorate also emphasized avoiding gatherings and taking photos, and staying away from hazardous locations. If a warning message is received while driving, motorists were advised to pull over safely away from bridges and tall buildings.
The Civil Defense urged the public to call the emergency number 911 in the regions of Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, or 998 in other parts of the Kingdom, if any danger is observed.
The directorate stressed the need to follow instructions issued by the relevant authorities through official channels and to comply with them.