Makkah:The Saudi Red Crescent Authority has enhanced its emergency medical readiness in the Makkah Region in anticipation of the upcoming rainy season. This initiative is part of the authority's operational plans to bolster field preparedness and ensure swift responses to medical emergencies during various weather conditions.

According to Saudi Press Agency, the authority has deployed 166 ambulance teams throughout the region's cities and introduced six specialized response vehicles. These measures are intended to improve the efficiency of emergency medical coverage and decrease response times.

The authority has urged both citizens and residents to cooperate with ambulance teams by giving them the right of way. The public is also encouraged to report medical emergencies via the unified emergency number 997, providing accurate location details to facilitate quick arrival and effective delivery of emergency medical care.