RIYADH: The Ministry of Transport has announced that there was a significant reduction in road accident deaths in October, despite the increase in the number of accidents compared with the average death rate recorded during the third quarter of this year (July, August and September).
The ministry revealed that there had been 1,864 road accident deaths since the start of the year until the end of October.
While the number of injuries decreased compared to September, it was still high compared with the average in July and August.
In its monthly report on traffic accidents in October, the ministry revealed an increase in the number of accidents during the past month to 1,308 incidents, compared to 1,150 accidents during the previous month.
The death toll on highways since the start of the year until the end of October was 426.
The reduction in accident deaths coincides with initiatives by the Ministry of Transport to raise the level of road safety and reduce the number of deaths from road accidents by 25 percent by 2020.
The ministry has launched the “Our destination ... Your destination” campaign to reduce road deaths with the support of all concerned bodies and in cooperation with a number of companies.
Traffic deaths in Saudi Arabia decrease significantly
Traffic deaths in Saudi Arabia decrease significantly
New Saudi aid convoy arrives in Gaza
- This latest convoy extends the Kingdom’s enduring commitment to supporting the Palestinian people through KSrelief, embodying a mission of solidarity during times of crisis
RIYADH: A new humanitarian aid convoy from the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center has arrived in the Gaza Strip, delivering essential food baskets as part of the Saudi fundraising campaign for the Palestinian people, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The shipment was received by the Saudi Center for Culture and Heritage, the project’s local implementing partner, which will oversee the distribution through organized field teams.
By adhering to clear humanitarian standards and robust distribution mechanisms, the initiative ensures that vital supplies reach the most vulnerable families.
This latest convoy extends the Kingdom’s enduring commitment to supporting the Palestinian people through KSrelief, embodying a mission of solidarity during times of crisis.
