Saudi Civil Defense: Danger lifted from the provinces of Jeddah, Yanbu, Taif, and Khamis Mushait

The Saudi General Directorate of Civil Defense announced on Friday the activation of an alert via the National Early Warning Platform for Emergency Situations in the provinces of Jeddah, Taif, Yanbu, AlUla, and Khamis Mushait to warn of a potential threat.

In a statement, the Directorate urged the public to remain calm and immediately proceed to the nearest safe location inside a building or an interior room away from windows, and to stay there until the danger has passed. It advised against leaving homes or buildings, avoiding open areas and glass, and refraining from standing on balconies or rooftops.

It emphasized that if outdoors, individuals should enter the nearest building or take shelter behind a solid barrier, avoid gathering and taking photographs, and stay away from hazardous sites. While driving, it advised pulling over to the side of the road, away from bridges and tall buildings.

The Directorate also urged people to call the emergency number (998) if they observe a threat and to follow instructions issued by relevant authorities through official channels.