Drone-Watching and hypnotic missile madness are trends that need to be curtailed as citizens and residents start taking Iranian attacks in their stride.
The emergency services are urging people to keep safe when the emergency sirens sound and to avoid popping outside or climbing on to rooftops to watch the incoming and interceptive action.
Hidd Police Station head Colonel Dr Osama Bahar urged families in emergency situations to prioritise their safety until the ‘All Clear’ is given as going outside could potentially result in them being hit by shrapnel.
Col Dr Bahar
He saluted the courage and dedication of the kingdom’s soldiers who are putting their lives on the line to protect the people of Bahrain. Speaking on the Al Aman social media programme, he advised: “When you hear the sound of an explosion from an interception, praise God and be thankful to the soldiers for being brave and capable and defending our land.”
“Shrapnel causes injuries if you happen to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. Therefore, when you hear the sound of an interception or something harmful, or if the siren goes off, it is imperative that you stay indoors in a safe place and especially avoid going up to the roof.”
“If you are outside already, take shelter immediately and find somewhere safe from the shrapnel.”
People should go to a safe location when they receive an emergency alert
“Do not go to higher ground, wait in a safe place until the danger passes, and only move again once you are sure that the shrapnel has fallen,” added Col Dr Bahar.
Shrapnel from intercepted missiles generally falls to the ground within a few minutes, often cited as roughly six to eight minutes following the initial explosion.
While interceptions happen high in the atmosphere, debris, ranging from small fragments to large metal pieces, can fall over a wide area, sometimes posing dangers for an extended period.
Shrapnel can be extremely hot, unstable, or contain unexploded ordnance.
Therefore, the Interior Ministry recommends that people do not touch or move the pieces and to instead immediately call 999.
There are two primary types of emergency warning siren alerts used in Bahrain to signal different actions.
A long and stable sound indicates that people must immediately take cover, stay indoors, or seek shelter.
Meanwhile, a fading/slowly stopping sound indicates the ‘all-clear’ which means that the threat is over, although people should still remain alert.
Additionally, concerned Col Dr Bahar once again reiterated instructions from the authorities to avoid filming and publishing anything related to strikes or interceptions, as they risk giving away information.
“Do not film and do not publish anything, because you might end up acting as an informant for the enemy,” he said.
“You might allow them to develop their plans based on not just videos from you, but also from something as simple as a photograph.”
“Do not be an accomplice to the enemy against the people of your nation. Instead, be the first to offer to protect your children and your family and offer assistance to your neighbours.”
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