Saudi authorities did not mince their words when addressing COVID-19 in recent updates via the Saudi Press Agency.

Following the confirmation of 48 new cases, bringing the total number of cases in the Kingdom to 392, authorities urge residents and citizens to stay home, self-isolate if you feel any symptoms and avoid gatherings at any level.

The total number of confirmed cases has risen to 392

Spokesperson of the Health Ministry announces 48 cases of #COVID19, bringing total number of cases in the Kingdom to 392.

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— SPAENG (@Spa_Eng) March 21, 2020

Practice social distancing: ALL levels of gatherings are dangerous. Don’t throw house parties

A spokesperson of the Health Ministry said that many lives could be lost due to carelessness and recklessness, adding that ‘staying at home’ is our strongest weapon.

Spokesperson of the Health Ministry: gatherings at all levels are very dangerous, even gatherings at home are dangerous.

— SPAENG (@Spa_Eng) March 21, 2020

The messages send a unifying front: A nation stands together against the virus

Spokesperson of the Health Ministry: We must all stand together against this epidemic.

— SPAENG (@Spa_Eng) March 21, 2020

Authorities call on you to use the ONE assured weapon we have

Minister of Health: We are all responsible, staying at home is our strongest weapon to face coronavirus.#SPAGOV

— SPAENG (@Spa_Eng) March 21, 2020

Most importantly: Self isolate if you feel any of the common symptoms

Minister of Health: If you have a fever, cough or shortness of breath, isolate yourself immediately.#SPAGOV

— SPAENG (@Spa_Eng) March 21, 2020