Six days of turbulent weather expected across Saudi Arabia
Here’s how to stay safe
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has just announced a detailed weather map showcasing a six-day progression of heavy rainfall expected to impact several areas of Saudi Arabia. This is what we know about the turbulent weather expected across Saudi Arabia.
The six-day period of turbulent weather expected across Saudi Arabia began yesterday. According to the map, the Makkah region will be affected the most with moderate to heavy rain capable of causing flash floods, hail, and dust-raising downdraft winds.
According to Saudi Gazette, the areas included are Makkah, Jeddah, Al-Kamil, Al-Jumum, Taif, Maysan, Adham, Rabigh, Khulais, Buhra, Al-Lith, Al-Qunfudhah, Al-Ardiyat, Turbah, Al-Muwaih, and Al-Khurmah.
If you’re in the Riyadh region, moderate rainfall is forecast for Al-Dawadmi, Afif, Al-Zulfi, Al-Majma’ah, Al-Ghat, Shaqra, Thadiq, and Rumah.
The National Centre of Meteorology also stated that Tabuk, Madinah, Al-Jouf, the Northern Borders, Hail, Qassim, the Eastern Province, and Al-Baha will experience moderate to heavy rainfall that may result in flash floods, hail, and strong downward winds.
Through the weather cycle, the Asir and Jazan regions are expected to see moderate rainfall.
Directives for the residents
The General Directorate of Civil Defence urged all residents to exercise caution, stay in safe areas, avoid valleys and flood-prone sites, and refrain from swimming in watercourses. The Civil Defence has also called on the public to follow safety instructions issued through official media and government platforms.
Previous weather alerts
Just a few weeks ago, another weather alert was issued in Saudi Arabia for several parts of the Kingdom from Tuesday to Friday. During this time, the country is expecting heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, hail, and potential flash floods over the western and northern regions before extending to parts of the southwest, according to Gulf News. During this time, downburst winds may reach speeds of 60 kilometres per hour or more.
