Saudi Arabia: Firefighters responding to industrial fire on southern outskirts of Riyadh Jan. 16

Event

Emergency crews are responding to an industrial fire in several warehouses along Al Kharj Road near Riyadh late Jan. 16. The cause of the fire is as yet unclear. There have been no immediate reports of casualties.

Heightened security, as well as localized business and transport disruptions, are likely near the incident site. Authorities could evacuate nearby buildings as a precaution. Lingering disruptions are possible after crews extinguish the fire as investigations and recovery operations continue.

Advice

Avoid the area until firefighters have extinguished the blaze and given the all-clear. Seek alternative routes to circumvent the incident site. Allow additional time to reach nearby destinations. Consider remaining indoors if smoke is heavy, especially if you suffer from a respiratory illness such as asthma, or conditions that lead to increased risk from smoke exposure. Eye irritation is possible; flush irritated eyes with copious amounts of clean water.