Man arrested in Asir for lighting fire outside designated areas
Saudi environmental authorities detained a man in Asir for violating fire regulations and issued penalties for harming vegetation cover.
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AIThe Special Forces for Environmental Security detained a citizen in Asir for violating environmental regulations by lighting a fire outside designated areas, disregarding guidelines for protecting vegetation. Legal measures have been taken against him.
The authorities stated that lighting fires outside designated areas in forests and national parks carries a fine of up to 3,000 riyals (SAR). They urged the public 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. All reports will be treated confidentially and without liability for the informant.