KUWAIT CITY, Feb 18: Director of Operations Department in the Public Security Sector at the Interior Ministry Brigadier Ali Al-Ustadh has confirmed the strategic establishment of 23 fixed security checkpoints in all governorates in preparation for the upcoming national celebrations. He said these measures comply with the directive of Acting Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Yousef Saud Al-Sabah, who has called for heightened security vigilance.

In a television interview, Al-Ustadh revealed that three primary security checkpoints have been established -- opposite the Scientific Center along Gulf Street, in Bneid Al-Gar and Julai’ah. He affirmed that additional security personnel will be deployed in residential areas to ensure comprehensive security coverage. He added the checkpoints are fully equipped to deal with medical emergencies and will include personnel from Kuwait Fire Force and Kuwait Municipality. He stated that this integrated approach aims to guarantee swift response to reports, considering the proximity of checkpoints to potential incident sites.

Meanwhile, Director of Public Relations at Kuwait Fire Force (KFF) Brigadier General Mohammed Bader Al- Gharib affirmed KFF’s readiness to secure the celebrations of the 64th National Day and the 34th Liberation Day of Kuwait. According to a press release issued by KFF, Brigadier General Al-Gharib also affirmed KFF’s readiness for the holy month of Ramadan to ensure the safety of mosques and Ramadan prayer halls, particularly during Taraweeh prayers, which are attended by a high number of worshipers, as well as maintain the efficiency of fire safety equipment. Brigadier General Al-Gharib explained that KFF has finalized its plans for the celebrations, including the establishment of fixed points at the celebration and gathering sites, distribution of rapid intervention units, and alerting all fire stations to remain on standby. Necessary equipment and meals for KFF personnel have been arranged.

Also, 18 strategic sites in Kuwait’s six governorates have been designated for securing the national celebrations. The Prevention Sector has conducted inspection campaigns at all celebration sites to ensure proper safety and fire prevention measures are in place. Brigadier General Al-Gharib urged both citizens and residents to allow clear access for firefighting vehicles, as reaching celebration sites may be challenging in the event of fires or emergencies.

By Munif Naif Al-Seyassah/Arab Times Staff and Agencies