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Mecca first in open wells alert
The Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture revealed that the number of reports concerning open wells during 2025 and the first half of 2026 reached 6,464 notifications across various regions of the Kingdom. Makkah recorded the highest number with 1,213 reports, accounting for 19%. The ministry relies on measures including field surveys, installing secure covers, and constructing barriers around the wells to protect them, aiming to reduce accidents that threaten lives and water resources. Additionally, the ministry is working to strengthen safety procedures and community awareness to prevent the recurrence of these hazardous wells.
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