Civil Defense urges households to maintain safety equipment
Saudi Civil Defense has stressed the importance of home safety equipment and urged the public to follow guidelines and use emergency numbers when needed.
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AIThe General Directorate of Civil Defense has emphasized the importance of having safety equipment in homes, highlighting its role in protecting lives and property, as well as enhancing prevention and rapid response to accidents and fires.
The directorate noted that key home safety devices include smoke detectors, fire blankets, fire extinguishers, and gas detectors.
The Civil Defense urged the public to adhere to safety guidelines and instructions shared through media outlets and social media platforms.
The directorate also called on residents to dial 911 in Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, or 998 in other regions of the Kingdom, to request assistance in emergencies.