Heatwave and dust alert issued for Eastern Province
Saudi Arabia's National Center for Meteorology warns of a heatwave and strong winds in the Eastern Province, with temperatures reaching up to 48°C.
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AIThe National Center for Meteorology today issued a warning of a heatwave with temperatures reaching 47–48°C, accompanied by strong winds across the Eastern Province. The alert covers Dammam, Dhahran, and the governorates of Hafar Al-Batin, Khafji, Nairyah, Qaryat Al-Ulya, Jubail, Ras Tanura, Qatif, Khobar, Buqayq, Al-Odayd, Dha'blutin, Al-Ahsa, and surrounding villages and centers, where blowing dust is expected.
The center stated that these conditions are expected to persist until 5 p.m. today, God willing.