Saudi Arabia: More than 84,000 Violations of Precautionary Measures in 1 Month

A vaccination center in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Photo: Bashir Salih)
A vaccination center in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Photo: Bashir Salih)
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Saudi Arabia: More than 84,000 Violations of Precautionary Measures in 1 Month

A vaccination center in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Photo: Bashir Salih)
A vaccination center in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Photo: Bashir Salih)

Saudi Arabia on Sunday registered the lowest number of deaths from the COVID-19 disease in more than 10 months, while the Ministry of Health said that the curve of infections continued to decline.

The Ministry of Interior also noted that it would pursue those who violate health precautions and preventive measures against the virus.

Lt. Col. Talal Al-Shalhoub, a spokesman for the Ministry of Interior, announced that more than 84,000 violations of preventive measures were recorded in a month, indicating that the Riyadh region topped the number of violations, followed by Makkah, while Jazan had the fewest violations, followed by Najran.

In a press briefing, Al-Shalhoub pointed to the Ministry of Health statistics, which he said showed an increase in infections over the past weeks, meaning that some members of the community were not properly implementing the health measures, especially with regards to social gatherings.

He stressed that the concerned authorities in the ministry and other government agencies would impose penalties for such violations.

For his part, a spokesman for the Ministry of Health said that despite the continued decline in the curve of infections in the Kingdom, coronavirus cases have increased compared to the previous weeks.

He called for more caution and full compliance with health precautions.

Saudi Arabia recorded on Sunday 186 new cases, two deaths and 211 recoveries, bringing the total number of those who have recovered to 357,939.



Namirah Mosque Ready for Hajj’s Arafat Day with Major Upgrades

Significant development projects have been implemented to improve the comfort of pilgrims at the mosque. (SPA)
Significant development projects have been implemented to improve the comfort of pilgrims at the mosque. (SPA)
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Namirah Mosque Ready for Hajj’s Arafat Day with Major Upgrades

Significant development projects have been implemented to improve the comfort of pilgrims at the mosque. (SPA)
Significant development projects have been implemented to improve the comfort of pilgrims at the mosque. (SPA)

The Saudi Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance has completed extensive preparations at Namirah Mosque in Arafat, ensuring it is fully ready to welcome Hajj pilgrims on the day of Arafat, which falls on Thursday. The mosque has been furnished with 125,000 square meters of luxurious carpets.

Significant development projects have been implemented to improve the comfort of pilgrims. The backyard now features 19 canopies that reduce heat stress by an average of 10 degrees Celsius, complemented by sun-reflecting floor paint. The surrounding courtyards are also prepared and cooled with 117 fog fans, lowering temperatures by an average of 9 degrees Celsius.

A major ventilation and air conditioning upgrade includes a new control system that monitors carbon dioxide levels and operates air purification units, allowing for 100% air renewal every 30 minutes. This system also controls water pumps, boosting operational efficiency and providing a healthier environment for pilgrims.

For hydration, 70 water chillers have been installed, each capable of serving 2,000 pilgrims per hour, totaling a capacity of 140,000 pilgrims per hour.

An advanced audio system and security surveillance cameras have also been integrated to boost safety and security.

Furthermore, the mosque's 72 gates and entrances have been strategically organized to ensure a smooth flow of pilgrims.

These extensive tasks were carried out by dedicated supervisory and service teams committed to providing the best services to pilgrims.