Saudi Arabia issues emergency alerts over ‘potential danger’ in Jeddah, Mecca, Taif

Saudi Arabia issued emergency alerts Tuesday warning of a “potential danger” in Jeddah, Mecca and Taif in the country’s west, urging residents to seek shelter and follow official safety instructions, Anadolu reports. The alerts were issued through the National Early Warning Platform for Emergencies, according to the Saudi Civil Defense. Authorities did not specify the nature of the potential danger. Residents were urged to remain calm and immediately move to the nearest safe place, preferably inside a building or an interior room away from windows, and remain there until the danger passes. READ: Satellite images show damage to Saudi fuel depot, military site after Houthi attacks The Civil Defense also advised people to stay away from open areas, windows, balconies and rooftops, […]