The Civil Defense Department will deploy more than 12,000 officers in different parts of Makkah, Mina and other holy sites in order to ensure the safety and security of pilgrims during the Hajj. " Our Department has drawn up plans to face any emergency situation in association with other government agencies, " said Lt.Gen. Saad Bin Abdullah Al-Tuwaijeri, Director General of the Department. Lt.Gen. Al_Tuwaijeri said his officers would use advanced equipment for firefighting and rescue operations during this Hajj season. "We will also use 12 helicopters to monitor the movement and condition of pilgrims," he said according to a press report published today.
