Saudi Arabia Braces for Heavy Rains and Storms: Warnings Issued Across the Kingdom
Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Civil Defense has issued a serious warning to residents across the country as heavy rains and strong winds are predicted to lash various regions starting today, Monday, and potentially extending until Friday.
The agency urges the public to prioritize safety by staying away from flood-prone areas, valleys, and bodies of water. Additionally, swimming in these potentially treacherous waters is strongly advised against. Residents are urged to heed all instructions relayed through various media platforms and social networking sites to stay informed and prepared.
The impact of the storms will vary across the kingdom. Some regions are expected to face the brunt of the weather, including Mecca, Medina, Eastern Province, Asir, Jazan, and Al-Baha.
The National Meteorology Center has issued detailed warnings for specific regions:
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Mecca: Brace for strong winds and reduced visibility, particularly in Shuaiba, Al-Layth, Jeddah, and Rabigh. Light rain is expected to hit Adham, Bani Yazid, Judham, Maysan, Yalamlam, Taif, and Al-Ardiyat.
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Medina: Expect strong winds and low visibility in Al-Rayyis and Yanbu.
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Eastern Province: Dust storms, active winds, and decreased visibility are forecast for Al-Khafji, Al-Nairyah, Hafar Al-Batin, Qaryat Al-Olayya, Al-Ahsa, Al-Udayd, and Abqaiq. Jubail, Al-Khobar, Dammam, Qatif, and Ras Tanura will experience strong winds. These conditions are expected to continue until Wednesday evening.
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Al-Baha: Prepare for light rain, strong winds, and reduced visibility in Al-Hajra, Al-Makhwah, Ghamid Branch Al-Zanad, Qalwa, Al-Baha, Al-Aqiq, Al-Qura, Al-Mandaq, Baljurashi, and Bani Hassan.
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Asir: Expect light rain, strong winds, and reduced visibility in Al-Barak, Al-Qahma, Al-Namas, Belqarn, and Tanuma. More intense rainfall is predicted for Al-Majaridah, Barq, Rijal Alma, Mahayil, Al-Harjah, Al-Raboua, Sarat Ubaidah, Dhahran Al-Janoub, Abha, Ahad Rufaidah, and Khamis Mushayt.
- Jazan: Anticipate light rain, strong winds, and reduced visibility in Al-Darb, Bish, Abu Arish, Ahad Al-Masarha, Al-Twal, Al-Fatiha, Samtah, Sabya, and Damad. Moderate rain is expected in Al-Harath, Al-Da’ir, Al-Rayth, Al-Arda, Al-Eidabi, Fifa, and Haroub.
The Saudi government is closely monitoring the situation and urges all residents to take necessary precautions and follow official guidance.
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2024-12-02 01:00:00
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