Tuesday 01 / July / 2025
Muscat: The Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority has affirmed its readiness to provide services to citizens, residents, and visitors during Khareef Dhofar (monsoon) Season 2025.
The Authority stated that it has approved its operational plans for the season, which include reinforcing existing centers and establishing additional response points along the roads leading to Dhofar Governorate in A’Dakhiliyah, A’Dhahira, and Al Wusta governorates. These measures aim to ensure prompt responses to reports received through the Operations Center and local civil defence and ambulance centers across the governorates.
The Authority called on institutions, companies, and property owners to comply with safety and civil protection requirements by conducting necessary maintenance on facilities and adhering to preventive measures to help reduce accidents.
Additionally, the Authority will intensify its monitoring efforts by inspecting facilities, addressing violations, and taking appropriate legal action when necessary.
The Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority continues to raise awareness among all segments of society through its official social media platforms, various media outlets, awareness brochures, and organized events. It also deploys field teams for awareness and guidance across different locations, commending the prominent role of the media in promoting preventive culture.
The Authority urges visitors of Khareef Dhofar season to adhere to safety guidelines during their trips to Dhofar Governorate. This includes preparing well for the journey by ensuring vehicle maintenance, carrying a first aid kit, verifying the validity of fire extinguishers, identifying rest stops and fuel stations along the route, choosing appropriate travel times, taking breaks when feeling fatigued, and strictly following traffic safety regulations.
Furthermore, the Authority emphasized the importance of adhering to safety instructions while staying in Dhofar Governorate. It warned against swimming in unauthorized areas such as springs, ponds, and beaches due to the dangers of strong sea currents and high waves during the autumn season. Visitors are also advised to stay away from hazardous locations like waterfalls and elevated areas and to supervise children, ensuring they are not left unattended in vehicles, to guarantee everyone's safety.
