Saudi Arabia says danger passed in six cities, including Yanbu

Tuesday, 15 September 2026 06:39

By Reuters

The Saudi Arabian Civil Defence has issued an all-clear on Tuesday after issuing alerts about potential danger in six cities, including Yanbu, the kingdom's main Red Sea oil port, where millions of barrels a day are loaded.

The authority said the danger had passed in Jeddah, Abha, Jazan, AlUla, and Taif after the areas received emergency alerts.

Alert: The danger has passed in AlUla Governorate. For your safety, continue following #CivilDefense instructions and avoid gathering and filming. In case of emergency, call (911). pic.twitter.com/raxboxZyMD
— الدفاع المدني السعودي (@SaudiDCD) September 15, 2026

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