The National Center for Meteorology issued an important weather alert for the Al-Jawf region, warning of reduced horizontal visibility due to light fog in Al-Qurayyat Governorate and surrounding areas. This weather condition is expected to begin at dawn on Thursday and continue into the early morning hours.
According to the center's report, the main impact of this phenomenon will be a decrease in horizontal visibility to between 3 and 5 kilometers. The center specified that the expected duration of the event will begin at 1:00 AM and continue until 8:00 AM on Thursday, urging everyone to exercise caution, especially highway users and travelers during this period.
Climate context and the importance of early warnings
The Al-Jawf region, located in the north of the Kingdom, is characterized by a desert landscape with significant temperature variations between day and night, especially during seasonal changes. This temperature fluctuation, combined with a certain level of humidity, creates ideal conditions for fog formation in the early morning hours. The National Center for Meteorology's warnings are part of its crucial role in monitoring weather phenomena and providing accurate and timely information to relevant authorities and the public, with the aim of enhancing public safety and mitigating potential risks.
Expected impacts on traffic and trade
Al-Qurayyat Governorate holds strategic importance due to its border location with the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, including the Al-Haditha border crossing, one of the busiest land crossings in the region. Reduced visibility is expected to directly impact traffic on the main roads connecting Al-Qurayyat to other cities in the Kingdom, as well as commercial transport and trucks crossing the border. Therefore, relevant authorities, such as traffic police and road safety departments, emphasize the need for drivers to adhere to safety instructions, including reducing speed, maintaining a safe following distance, using fog lights, and avoiding overtaking except in cases of extreme necessity, to ensure everyone's safety.
A call for commitment and staying updated on developments
The National Center of Meteorology emphasizes the importance of continuously monitoring its weather reports through its official channels, where information is updated regularly. It also urges all citizens and residents to adhere to the directives issued by official authorities such as Civil Defense and Road Security, to ensure their safety and avoid accidents that may result from unstable weather conditions. Public awareness and cooperation with the relevant authorities represent the first line of defense against weather-related hazards.
