Residents recount panic and vehicle damage after Houthi attack in Taif
Taif residents describe panic and damage after a Houthi attack on civilian sites, with vehicles hit and children and elderly left frightened.
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AISeveral residents in Taif have shared details of the Houthi attack that targeted civilian sites, saying it caused panic among locals, especially children and the elderly. Authorities responded swiftly to the scene following the incident.
Abdulrahman Al-Harbi, a resident, said the sound of the attack sparked fear and alarm in the community. He explained: "We were terrified by the sound of the attack, and within minutes, authorities arrived quickly at the site."
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Al-Harbi added that the attack frightened both the elderly and children, condemning the targeting of people in their homes and the threat it poses to civilians, especially vulnerable groups.
He stressed that the rapid response of the relevant authorities helped manage the aftermath, saying: "Thank God, we are safe and secure, and we thank our wise government."
Another resident, Matrouk Al-Qathami, who was among those affected, said his vehicle sustained major damage in the incident, including to the windows, exterior, and fuel tank. He noted that the extent of the damage left the vehicle "almost destroyed."
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