Civil Defense urges caution as thunderstorms persist across Saudi Arabia
Saudi Civil Defense has called on residents to remain vigilant as thunderstorms continue across most regions of the Kingdom through next Wednesday.
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AIThe General Directorate of Civil Defense has urged the public to exercise caution and stay in safe locations, advising people to avoid flood-prone areas, valleys, and refrain from swimming in them, as thunderstorms are expected to persist across most regions of Saudi Arabia until next Wednesday.
The directorate emphasized the importance of following official instructions issued through media and social media channels to ensure public safety.
Meteorological forecasts for affected regions
The National Center for Meteorology reported that the Makkah region will experience moderate to heavy rainfall, which may cause flash floods, hail, and strong downdraft winds raising dust and sand. The affected areas include the Holy Capital, Al-Kamil, Al-Jumum, Bahrah, Taif, Maysan, Adham, Al-Ardiyat, while light to moderate rain is expected in Al-Laith, Al-Qunfudhah, Jeddah, Rabigh, Khulais, Ranyah, Al-Khurmah, Al-Muwaih, and Turbah.
The center added that Jazan, Asir, Al-Baha, Tabuk, Al-Jouf, and the Northern Borders regions will also see moderate to heavy rainfall, potentially leading to flash floods, hail, and strong winds causing dust and sandstorms. Medina, Hail, and Najran may experience light to moderate rain.
Authorities continue to monitor weather conditions and will update public safety instructions as necessary.