Environmental security arrests man for illegal campfire in Asir
Saudi environmental authorities detained a citizen for lighting a fire outside designated areas in Asir, in violation of environmental regulations.
Key Takeaways
AIThe Special Forces for Environmental Security detained a citizen for violating regulations on the preservation of vegetation cover by lighting a fire outside designated areas in the Asir region.
The forces stated that legal measures were taken against the offender in accordance with the Environmental Law.
The Special Forces for Environmental Security noted that the penalty for lighting fires outside designated sites in forests and national parks can reach a fine of 3,000 riyals (SAR).
The forces also urged the public 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, assuring that all reports are confidential and that informants bear no responsibility.