Saudi Red Crescent exhibits medical vehicles for pilgrimage services

Saudi Red Crescent Authority's medical vehicles displayed at the Hajj Conference and Exhibition in Jeddah, Jan. 14 (SPA)
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  • Spider motorcycle is designed for rapid deployment in emergencies
  • A medical amphibious vehicle can transport 2 patients, has a continuous operational capacity of up to 19 hours

JEDDAH: The Saudi Red Crescent Authority is displaying advanced technology aimed at improving its services to pilgrims at the Hajj Conference and Exhibition in Jeddah.

The authority is introducing advanced 4x4 ambulances linked to control centers to enhance response times and medical services.

Another vehicle introduced by the authority is the Spider motorcycle, designed for rapid deployment in emergencies, particularly in crowded areas in Makkah and Madinah, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The vehicle contains essential medical devices, such as oxygen cylinders and immobilization splints, to respond to emergencies like asthma attacks and cardiac arrests.

The authority also introduced an amphibious vehicle, the first in the Middle East, which can navigate rugged terrain, water and muddy areas, the SPA reported.

It can transport two patients and six additional people, and has a continuous operational capacity of up to 19 hours.

The Hajj Conference and Exhibition runs until Jan. 16.