Saudi Arabia Issues Emergency Alerts for Jeddah, Mecca, Taif Over 'Potential Danger'
Civil Defense authorities warned residents to seek shelter indoors and avoid windows and open areas.
Saudi Arabia's Civil Defense authorities issued emergency alerts for the cities of Jeddah, Mecca and Taif, citing "potential danger," according to Anadolu Agency.
The alerts urged residents in the affected areas to seek shelter indoors and to stay away from windows and open spaces as a precaution.
Details on the nature of the potential danger were not immediately disclosed in the report.
Anadolu Agency did not provide further information on the cause of the alerts or any subsequent developments at the time of publication.
Sources
- Saudi Arabia issues emergency alerts over ‘potential danger’ in Jeddah, Mecca, Taif — Anadolu Agency (Turkey)
EGazette summarizes reporting from multiple sources; follow the links for the originals.
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