Saudi environmental security seizes local firewood in King Salman Reserve
Saudi environmental security forces detained a citizen for storing 203 cubic meters of local firewood in King Salman Royal Reserve.
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AIThe Special Forces for Environmental Security detained a citizen for violating environmental regulations after he was found in possession of 203 cubic meters of local firewood in the King Salman Royal Reserve.
The forces stated that legal procedures were taken against the individual and the confiscated firewood was handed over to the relevant authorities.
They noted that the penalty for using local firewood or charcoal in commercial activities can reach a fine of 32,000 riyals (SAR) per cubic meter, while the fine for transporting, selling, or storing local firewood or charcoal can reach 16,000 riyals per cubic meter.
The Special Forces for Environmental Security 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. They emphasized that all reports are handled confidentially and without liability for the informant.