The Madinah branch of the Saudi Red Crescent Authority has successfully managed more than 8,000 emergency cases since the start of Ramadan 1446.
According to data released by the branch on Saturday, a total of 26,385 emergency calls were received, leading to 8,411 ambulance dispatches. Of these cases, 2,177 patients were treated on-site, while 2,489 required transportation to medical facilities after receiving initial emergency care. The emergencies ranged from medical incidents and accidents to cases of loss of consciousness.
During the second half of Ramadan, the branch deployed 4,551 volunteers, who dedicated a combined 26,481 hours to providing emergency services at the Prophet’s Mosque and Quba Mosque.
Residents and visitors can access emergency services by calling the 997 hotline or using the ‘Asefne’ mobile app. The app offers features such as real-time location tracking, emergency call functionality, and details about nearby health facilities and emergency resources.
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