KUWAIT CITY, Nov 18: The Kuwait Fire Force launched an inspection campaign in the Capital Governorate on Monday evening, targeting violations of fire safety standards in Souq Al-Mubarakiya.

The campaign was led by Major General Mohammed Yusuf Ahmed, Director of the Prevention Department in the Capital Governorate.  Kuwait Fire Force teams conducted comprehensive inspections across the historic marketplace to ensure shops and buildings complied with fire prevention regulations and mandated safety measures.

According to the Kuwait Fire Force, the operation resulted in a series of administrative actions, including the issuance of violation notices, warnings, and temporary closures. A total of 70 establishments and commercial outlets were found to be in breach of approved safety standards and were penalized accordingly.

Officials emphasized that such campaigns are part of ongoing efforts to enhance public safety, reduce fire risks, and ensure full compliance with the Fire Force’s safety requirements across all commercial areas in Kuwait.