based Al-Bilad took special note of the great attention given to the citizens of Al-Ais and its surrounding villages in Northwestern Saudi Arabia, who have been affected by tremors there. "When the tremors surpassed five degrees on the Richter Scale, the administration of the civil defense wisely decided to evacuate all inhabitants of Al-Eis and its surrounding villages, said the daily. It pointed out that the governors of Madinah and Tabuk regions, assuming their responsibilities toward the citizens, inspected the areas affected by the tremors and issued directives to extend all possible assistance and facilities to the citizens. It urged the citizens to positively respond with the instructions of the administration of the civil defense so as to ensure their safety. --MORE
