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Thunderstorms and Flooding Expected Across Much of Saudi Arabia Until Wednesday
Saudi Arabia’s Civil Defense warned that thunderstorms will continue across most of the country until Wednesday.
The National Center of Meteorology expects moderate to heavy rain in the Makkah region, including the city of Makkah and Taif.
The rain could bring flooding, hail and dust-stirring winds.
Jazan, Asir and Al-Baha are also forecast to have rain and possible flooding, while lighter to moderate rain is expected in Madinah, Hail, Al-Jouf and the Northern Borders.
The warning matters because heavy rain can cause dangerous flows in valleys and flood-prone areas.
Civil Defense urged people to stay in safe places, avoid valleys and floodwater, not swim in them, and follow official instructions.
Saudi Arabia’s National Center of Meteorology expects thunderstorms and possible flooding across much of the country until Wednesday, according to a warning reported by Sabq.
The forecast for parts of the Makkah region calls for moderate to heavy thunderstorms that may cause flash floods.
Hail showers and active winds that could reduce visibility are also expected in the Makkah region.
Civil Defense urged people to follow safety instructions and stay away from flood channels, valley bottoms and water accumulations.
- Who
- The National Center of Meteorology issued the forecast; Civil Defense issued safety advice.
- What
- Thunderstorms are expected, with possible flooding, hail and winds that could reduce visibility in parts of the Makkah region.
- When
- The warnings say the conditions may continue until Wednesday.
- Where
- Across most regions of Saudi Arabia; the detailed forecast covers parts of the Makkah region.
- Why
- Not stated
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Sabq reported a Civil Defense warning of thunderstorms and possible flooding across most regions of Saudi Arabia until Wednesday.
Okaz reported a forecast of moderate to heavy thunderstorms in parts of the Makkah region and published Civil Defense safety advice.
- Expected duration
- Until Wednesday
- Makkah forecast
- Moderate to heavy thunderstorms
- Potential hazards
- Flash floods, hail showers and winds that could reduce visibility
- Areas named
- The holy capital, Al-Kamil, Al-Jumum, Bahra, Taif, Maysan, Aum, Al-Ardiyat, Al-Lith and Al-Qunfudhah
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What people are saying
take precautions, adhere to the instructions and guidelines issued by them, and stay away from flood channels, valley bottoms, and water accumulations