January 9, 2026 – Firefighting teams from the National Safety Authority managed to control a fire that broke out in a perfume shop in the Ghout Al-Shalal area on Friday.
The National Safety Authority explained that its main communications room received a report about the incident in the morning, prompting the firefighting team from the “Ghout Al-Shalal” unit to rush directly to the site.
The authority added that thanks to the rapid and highly professional response, firefighters succeeded in containing and extinguishing the flames in record time, preventing the fire from spreading to neighboring buildings. It was confirmed that no human injuries were recorded.
National Safety Authority
The National Safety Authority is a regulatory body responsible for overseeing and enforcing safety standards, typically in areas such as workplace conditions, transportation, or product safety. Its history generally involves its establishment by government legislation to reduce accidents and protect public welfare, often evolving in response to industrial developments or major safety incidents.
Ghout Al-Shalal
Ghout Al-Shalal is a traditional water reservoir and historic agricultural area in the Al-Ahsa Oasis of Saudi Arabia. It was historically vital for irrigation and water storage, supporting the region’s date palm groves and settlements for centuries. The site exemplifies ancient hydraulic engineering and is part of the Al-Ahsa Oasis, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
perfume shop
A perfume shop is a retail establishment specializing in fragrances, with roots tracing back to ancient civilizations like Egypt and Mesopotamia where scented oils were used in rituals and trade. Over centuries, the craft evolved through European perfumeries, particularly in cities like Grasse, France, which became a historic center for perfume production. Today, these shops sell a wide range of scents, from classic perfumes to niche and custom blends.
