Strong winds forecast for parts of Makkah region, says weather center
Saudi weather authorities warn of high-speed winds up to 59 km/h in Jeddah, Al-Qunfudhah, and Rabigh, reducing visibility and raising wave heights.
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AIThe National Center for Meteorology today issued a warning of strong winds reaching speeds of 50 to 59 km/h across the governorates of Jeddah, Al-Qunfudhah, and Rabigh. The alert covers open areas and highways, where the winds are expected to cause near-zero horizontal visibility and higher waves.
The center stated that, God willing, these conditions are expected to persist until 8 p.m.