The National Early Warning Platform of the Saudi Civil Defense issued two consecutive alerts in the governorates of Al-Kharj and Yanbu in Saudi Arabia, warning of potential risks.

Alert: Danger has ended for Al-Kharj Governorate. For your safety, continue to follow #Civil_Defense instructions and avoid gathering and taking photos entirely. In case of emergency, call (911). pic.twitter.com/eA9QogjBKE

— Saudi Civil Defense (@SaudiDCD) July 17, 2026

Shortly after issuing the two alerts, the Civil Defense announced that the risks had ended.

Saudi Arabia: Saudi warnings against misinformation and spreading rumors.. Security source: Refuting rumors strengthens the internal front. Alert: Danger has ended for Yanbu Governorate. For your safety, continue to follow #Civil_Defense instructions and avoid gathering and taking photos entirely. In case of emergency, call (911). pic.twitter.com/lY0CGuv96b

— Saudi Civil Defense (@SaudiDCD) July 17, 2026

In a related context, the Saudi Civil Defense stressed the need to follow instructions, warning against falling for rumors and unknown clips.

Beware! #Civil_Defense pic.twitter.com/2HKBqjzY8E

— Saudi Civil Defense (@SaudiDCD) July 17, 2026

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