Saudi Civil Defense: Threat eliminated in Riyadh, Khamis Mushait, and Abha
The Saudi Civil Defense announced the elimination of the threat in Riyadh, Khamis Mushait, and Abha following an early warning, while emphasizing adherence to instructions.
Translated by Qiyas from السياسة — Original source
Saudi Civil Defense announced today that the threat has passed in the province of Khamis Mushait and the cities of Riyadh and Abha, urging the public to continue following instructions, avoid gatherings and photography entirely, and call the emergency number (998) in case of emergencies.
Earlier today, Saudi Civil Defense issued separate statements announcing the activation of an alert via the National Early Warning Platform for Emergency Situations in Khamis Mushait, Riyadh, and Abha to warn of the danger.
Through its official account on the X platform, it called for adherence to safety guidelines and official instructions, maintaining calm, and immediately moving to the nearest safe location inside a building or an interior room away from windows, staying there until the threat subsides, avoiding leaving the home or building, staying away from open areas and glass, and refraining from standing on balconies or rooftops.
It also urged people to call the emergency number (998) upon noticing any danger and to follow instructions issued by competent authorities through official channels.