The Directorate General of Civil Defense provided 9 tips to citizens to keep children safe and secure indoors.
protecting children at home
Civil Defense stressed that the following should be done to protect children:
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Keep sharp tools away.
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Keep cleaning supplies and chemicals away.
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Keep electrical appliances away.
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Covering electrical sockets.
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Ensure safety of electrical wires.
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Do not leave fire sources in the house within reach.
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Don't leave them in a swimming pool unsupervised.
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Make sure there is no reason for detention.
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Secure the burner and remove the gas cylinder.
The Directorate General of Civil Protection called on people to follow the safety guidelines and instructions announced through various media outlets and social networking sites and to call two numbers (911) and (998) in Riyadh, Mecca Al-Mukarrama and the eastern regions. Rest areas of the state in emergency cases.