Given the current security situation in the Middle East, a number of Gulf countries have issued urgent warnings regarding public safety measures in connection with actions following missile and drone attacks and their interception, reported bb.lv from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Latvia.
The authorities of Bahrain, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar emphasized the following safety protocols regarding unidentified objects and debris found after missile and drone attacks:
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Do not approach or touch the debris: items or fragments may contain unexploded ordnance, be unstable, and pose a danger.
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Seek shelter: If an alarm sounds or you hear sirens, immediately move to the nearest safe building or shelter. Stay away from windows, doors, and open areas that may become sources of falling debris.
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Report any debris found near you: If you notice any debris, keep a safe distance and immediately report its location to local emergency services:
BAHRAIN: contact local authorities at 999; follow the information disseminated by the Ministry of Interior on platform X @moi_bahrain.
KUWAIT: contact local authorities at 112; follow the information disseminated by the Ministry of Interior on platform X and Facebook @Moi_kuw.
UAE: contact local authorities at 999; follow the instructions from the Ministry of Interior, the Ministry of Defense, and the National Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) on platform X and Facebook.
QATAR: contact local authorities by calling 999; follow the information disseminated by the Ministry of Interior on platform X @MOI_QatarEn.
In accordance with the official request of government authorities, we ask you to refrain from sharing photos and videos related to the ongoing periodic airstrikes in the region on social media.
Please use only official sources for accurate and up-to-date information regarding the security situation.
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