The General Directorate of Border Guard in Yanbu Governorate, Madinah Region, announced on November 1 that it rescued two Yemeni residents from drowning while they were swimming near the beach and escorting them to a hospital for treatment. According to the Saudi Press Agency, the rescued individuals were saved by the border guard’s quick response and immediate medical assistance.
In the following days, the Border Guard directorate reiterated the need for beachgoers to exercise caution and stay within designated swimming zones. The agency reminded the public to follow all maritime safety instructions posted at the coast.
For emergencies, the agency supplied public members with specific contact numbers, stating that emergencies can be reported by dialing 911 in the Makkah, Madinah and Eastern regions, or 994 in other regions of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
