Environmental security arrests man for lighting fire in Imam Faisal bin Turki Royal Reserve
Saudi environmental security forces detained a citizen for illegally lighting a fire inside Imam Faisal bin Turki Royal Reserve, violating vegetation protection rules.
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AIThe Special Forces for Environmental Security have arrested a citizen for lighting a fire outside designated areas within the Imam Faisal bin Turki Royal Reserve, in violation of regulations and guidelines aimed at preserving vegetation cover. Legal procedures have been taken against the individual.
The Special Forces for Environmental Security stressed that lighting fires outside designated areas in forests and national parks can result in a fine of up to 3,000 riyals (SAR).
Authorities urged citizens and residents to report any violations against the environment or wildlife by calling 911 in the regions of Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, or 999 and 996 in other regions of the Kingdom. They assured that all reports will be handled confidentially and without liability for the informant.
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