Environmental Security seizes citizen for illegal firewood storage in Asir

The Special Forces for Environmental Security detained a citizen in Asir for violating environmental regulations by possessing one cubic meter of local firewood. Legal procedures were taken against him, and the confiscated firewood was handed over to the relevant authorities.

The forces clarified that the penalty for using local firewood or charcoal in commercial activities can reach up to 32,000 riyals (SAR) per cubic meter, while the penalty for transporting, selling, or storing local firewood or charcoal can reach up to 16,000 riyals (SAR) per cubic meter. The public is urged to report any environmental or wildlife violations by calling 911 in the regions of Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, or 999 and 996 in other regions of the Kingdom. All reports will be treated confidentially, and informants will not be held liable.