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Early warning issued in Jazan as authorities urge safety precautions

An emergency alert was issued in Jazan, with authorities urging residents to stay calm, follow official instructions, and seek immediate shelter indoors.

Early warning issued in Jazan as authorities urge safety precautions

An emergency alert was issued in the Jazan region, prompting authorities to urge residents to remain calm and follow official instructions. The National Emergency Early Warning Platform has raised the alarm, warning of a potential threat.

Residents are being advised to move immediately to the nearest safe location, such as an interior room away from windows and doors. They should avoid open areas, glass surfaces, and balconies or rooftops, which are considered hazardous.

If outside when the warning is received, individuals should seek shelter inside the nearest building or take cover behind a solid barrier. It is crucial not to gather with others, take photos, or remain in hazardous locations.

For those in vehicles when the warning is issued, drivers should pull over to the side of the road, away from bridges and tall structures.

In the event of danger, residents are instructed to contact emergency services using the appropriate emergency number for their region. In Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, this number is 911, while in other parts of the Kingdom, it is 998. Following the guidance of local authorities through official channels is essential.

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