Red Crescent boosts readiness in Al-Baha ahead of expected rainfall
Al-Baha Red Crescent has deployed emergency teams to key sites likely to be affected by upcoming rainfall, according to chief paramedic Salem Al-Shihri.
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AISalem Al-Shihri, chief paramedic at the Red Crescent in Al-Baha, confirmed that readiness levels were raised ahead of the expected rainfall.
Speaking in an interview broadcast on Al Ekhbariya TV, he said emergency teams had been placed on high alert and deployed to vital locations likely to be impacted by the weather.
Al-Shihri added that coordination is ongoing with relevant authorities. He noted that emergency reports can be made by calling 997 or using the 'Asaafni' service via the Tawakkalna and Sehhaty apps, after which an ambulance team is dispatched.