THE Saudi Arabia announced that it “closed and sealed” almost 2,500 abandoned wells in the country, after tragic death of little Ryanwho remained trapped for five days at the bottom of one well in Morocco.
“To ensure the safety of all (…), the ministry was able to close and seal 2,450 abandoned wells,” the Saudi Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture said in a Twitter message on Sunday.
The ministry “continues to work to close the remaining wells”, which are a danger, he added.
Authorities also asked residents to inform those in charge of any dangerous or uncovered wells.
“Your alerts will protect you and others,” he said.
The announcement came after the tragic death of 5-year-old Ryan, who fell into a 32-meter-deep well in Morocco.
The rescue operation caused a wave of emotion in the country and worldwide, but ended in tragedy on Saturday, with the Moroccan authorities announcing the death of the little boy.
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