Civil Defense outlines safety steps for gas leaks in homes, businesses
Saudi Civil Defense urges the public to follow safety guidelines during gas leaks and provides emergency contact numbers for immediate reporting.
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AIThe General Directorate of Civil Defense on Wednesday detailed the proper procedures to follow in the event of a gas leak in homes or establishments, emphasizing the importance of adhering to preventive guidelines to protect lives and property.
The directorate stressed the need to avoid using electrical switches, lighters, or any source of sparks during a gas leak. It also advised evacuating everyone from the premises immediately and tightly closing the gas valve.
It highlighted the importance of slowly opening windows and doors to ventilate the area and prevent gas buildup, which helps reduce the risks associated with leaks.
The Civil Defense also called on everyone to comply with the safety instructions announced through media and social media platforms, and to report any emergency immediately by calling 911 in the regions of Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, or 998 in other parts of the Kingdom.