Jazan: Child rescued from drowning in Bish; Border Guards issue warnings
Search and rescue teams from the Border Guard in Bish Governorate, Jazan Region, successfully rescued a child from drowning while he was swimming. The operation demonstrated the high level of preparedness and rapid response of the field teams. The child received necessary first aid at the scene immediately after being pulled from the water, before being transported to the hospital for further medical care and to ensure his well-being.
Integrated humanitarian and security role of the border guards
This incident highlights the pivotal role played by the Saudi Arabian Border Guard, whose duties extend beyond protecting the nation's land and sea borders to include humanitarian aspects such as search and rescue operations. The coastlines of the Jazan region, including the province of Bish, are popular tourist destinations, attracting numerous visitors and vacationers, thus increasing the responsibility of the rescue teams who work around the clock to ensure the safety of beachgoers.
The General Directorate of Border Guards pays great attention to training its personnel on the latest rescue and first aid techniques, and providing them with advanced marine equipment and vehicles to deal with various emergency situations in difficult marine environments, which was clearly demonstrated in the speed with which the child’s case was dealt with and his life saved.
The importance of adhering to maritime safety instructions
In a related context, adhering to marine safety guidelines is the first line of defense against drowning incidents, especially for children who require constant and continuous parental supervision while near beaches. Authorities consistently emphasize the importance of swimming only in designated and permitted areas, and avoiding prohibited areas or those with strong currents that could pose a life-threatening risk.
Emergency numbers and official warnings
The General Directorate of Border Guards reiterated its call to all beachgoers to exercise caution and follow the directional and warning signs posted on the beaches. It also emphasized the importance of immediately contacting security authorities for assistance in emergencies by calling the unified number (911) in the Makkah, Madinah, and Eastern regions, or (994) in the rest of the Kingdom, to ensure the timely arrival of rescue teams.
