MUSCAT – The Authority announced the approval of its operational plans for 2025, which include strengthening existing civil defence and ambulance centres, and establishing additional emergency response points along key roads leading to Dhofar Governorate, particularly in the governorates of Al Dakhiliyah, Al Dhahirah, and Al Wusta. These points will allow for swift response to incidents reported through the operations centre.

The Authority called on institutions, companies, and property owners to adhere to safety and civil protection requirements by carrying out necessary maintenance on facilities and following preventive measures that help reduce accidents.

The Authority will also intensify its supervision efforts by inspecting facilities, detecting violations, and taking appropriate legal action against them.

The CDAA affirmed that it continuously seeks to raise awareness among all segments of society through its official social media platforms and various media outlets, distributing awareness brochures, organising events, and deploying field teams to provide awareness and guidance in various locations. The Authority commends the prominent role played by the media in promoting a culture of prevention.

The Authority urges visitors to the Khareef season to adhere to safety guidelines during their visit to Dhofar Governorate. They should also be well prepared for the trip by maintaining their vehicles, carrying a first aid kit, ensuring the fire extinguisher is in good working order, identifying rest stops and fuel stations along the route, choosing the right time to travel, stopping to rest when feeling tired or exhausted, and strictly adhering to traffic safety rules.

The Authority also stressed the importance of following safety instructions while staying in Dhofar Governorate, and avoiding swimming in undesignated areas, such as springs, pools, and beaches, due to the danger of sea currents and high waves during the season. It also stressed the need to stay away from dangerous locations, including waterfalls and highlands, and to supervise children and not leave them alone in vehicles, to ensure everyone’s safety.