{
  "id": 20219409,
  "title": "Saudi standards authority issues safety guidelines for water heaters",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/15/saudi-standards-authority-issues-safety-guidelines-for-water-heaters",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-15T19:18:16.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Ajel English",
    "slug": "ajel-english",
    "url": "https://english.ajel.sa/saudi-arabia/j6kc6q65z"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization has issued safety guidelines for consumers purchasing and using water heaters. The organization emphasized the importance of selecting products that adhere to standards and undergoing regular upkeep to mitigate potential hazards. In a recent X account post, the authority cautioned that safe use of water heaters initiates at the point of purchase, advising customers to verify the presence of the Saudi Quality Mark, opt for models with superior energy efficiency ratings, and confirm product details via the Taqad app. In terms of usage, the authority highlighted the necessity of maintaining the water heater at 60 degrees Celsius, avoiding any disregard for damage or leaks, and performing routine maintenance to uphold the device's safety and effectiveness. The organization reiterates that compliance with these guidelines diminishes the risks associated with water heater usage and promotes a safer domestic setting.",
  "summary": "The Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization has urged consumers to follow safety guidelines when purchasing and using water heaters.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Saudi Gazette",
        "title": "Municipalities ministry issues 80,775 building permits across Saudi Arabia in 9 months",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/15/municipalities-ministry-issues-80-775-building-permits-across-saudi",
        "published": "2026-11-15T12:40:33.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}