Minister of Local Authority, the Head of the Supreme Relief Committee Abdulraqeeb Fatah directed local authorities in province of Aden, Abyan, Shabwah, Hadhramout and Socotra on Friday to activate emergency committees to face tropical depression and heavy rains these provinces would witness during the forthcoming days.
Fatah stressed significance of enlightening fishermen and shipmasters to take necessary precautions and warn citizens to be away of valleys and be in safe places.
Minister Fatah urged local and international organizations to be ready for helping efforts of the local authorities in relief and rescue operations.