The General Directorate of Civil Defense stated that 'fire detectors are among the most important means for early detection of fire and alerting to danger, which contributes to protecting lives and property and reducing losses.'

The Directorate explained that 'types of fire detectors include: smoke detectors, gas detectors, heat detectors, and dual detectors that combine more than one fire detection technology in one device; to enhance the speed and accuracy of response to various fire conditions.'

The General Directorate of Civil Defense called for following safety guidelines and instructions announced through various media outlets and social media, and contacting number (911) in the regions of Mecca, Medina, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, and number (998) in the rest of the Kingdom's regions, in emergency cases.