Tuesday, August 22, 2023
5 people (including 4 children) lost from One family in a Traffic accident on Makkah-Riyadh road
A tragic accident occurred on the Makkah-Riyadh Road in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on Monday. A lost of 5 members from a Jordanian family, including 4 children. Subscribe to Saudi Expatriates Community on YouTube
The father, Malik Akram, and his four children, "Akram, Maya, Dana, and Dima," lost in the road accident, according to Haitham Khattab, head of the Humanitarian and Accidents Committee at the Al-Nashami Forum, who also said that the mother is in good health, while speaking to Al-Arabiya news.
- He said, "The family was on its way to the Emirates after performing the rituals of Umrah," adding that the deceased were flown to a hospital, while the mother who was injured was taken to King Fahd Hospital in Hofuf. See Also : Steps to perform Umrah on family visit visa in Saudi Arabia
- The locals in the area, where the accident took place, are said to have hurried to remove them from their vehicles, call for an ambulance, and aid the injured.
Earlier this, Saudi Moroor (General Directorate of Traffic) highlighted 5 important tips to follow before traveling by vehicles during long trips.
1. Check the weather conditions before starting your trip.
2. Get enough sleep before your journey and during breaks.
3. Ensure the quality of spare tire, availability of tools for changing tires, existence of the first aid kit.
4. Use road maps to choose the best route. Read : Fine for bypassing school buses in Saudi Arabia
5. Inspect the vehicle well before traveling and make sure of its lights, wheels and brake system.
- Make sure the car meets the safety requirements and has all the necessary equipment before you leave on a lengthy trip to improve traffic safety.
- It is recommended to not use mobile phones while driving, unless it is necessary. Join Saudi Expatriates on Reddit
