The National Center for Meteorology in Saudi Arabia issued important weather alerts in its report released today, Friday, concerning expected weather conditions in several regions of the Kingdom. The report indicated weather fluctuations that require attention and caution. These alerts are part of the Center's ongoing monitoring of weather changes to ensure the safety of citizens and residents.
Weather details for the Makkah region
The center explained in its report that parts of the Makkah region will experience varying intensities of rainfall, accompanied by active winds that may stir up dust and sand. The report also warned of a significant decrease in horizontal visibility, in addition to the possibility of thunderstorms. The areas affected by this weather system include several governorates, most notably Adham, Al-Ardiyat, and Al-Lith . The center confirmed that this weather system will continue, God willing, until 8:00 PM this Friday.
Light rain and reduced visibility in Tabuk
In a related development, the National Center for Meteorology issued a special alert for the Tabuk region, forecasting light rain in Tabuk city and the Tayma governorate . The report indicated that this rain would be accompanied by active winds affecting traffic on open roads and causing a decrease in horizontal visibility, with a chance of thunderstorms. The center also specified that this weather system would end by 8:00 PM this evening.
The importance of warnings and safety guidelines
These warnings are of paramount importance given the geographical nature of the affected areas. The Makkah region is characterized by its diverse terrain, ranging from coastlines to mountains, making it susceptible to flash floods in valleys and ravines during rainfall. Relevant authorities, including the Civil Defense, urge everyone to adhere to safety guidelines during this weather, which include staying away from valleys and floodplains, avoiding low-lying areas, and driving with extreme caution on highways due to reduced visibility.
The National Center of Meteorology operates around the clock using the latest technologies and numerical weather models to monitor weather conditions and issue early warnings, which effectively contributes to raising the readiness of government and service agencies to deal with any emergency, and to protect lives and public and private property.
