Saudi Arabia issues red and orange weather alerts for thunderstorms
Multiple regions placed under high alert as heavy storms bring flash flood risks and hazardous conditions.
At a glance
- Red alert issued for Madinah Region with heavy rainfall, strong winds and zero visibility
- Orange alerts active across Al-Jouf, Northern Borders, Asir and Makkah with flash flood warnings
- Forecasts include hail, active winds and high waves across multiple regions
The National Center for Meteorology has issued red and orange weather alerts across several regions as moderate to heavy thunderstorms sweep the country. A red alert for heavy rainfall covers Madinah Region from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., with warnings of strong winds, zero visibility, hail, flash floods and high waves. Orange alerts remain active in Al-Jouf, the Northern Borders, Asir and Makkah, with similar hazards expected.
Forecasters predict moderate to heavy thunderstorms capable of producing flash floods across Jazan, Asir, Al-Baha, Makkah, Madinah, Hail, Tabuk, Al-Jouf and the Northern Borders. Light to moderate storms are also expected in Al-Qassim and the Eastern Province, with fog possible in affected areas.
Why it matters
The alerts warn of dangerous conditions including flash floods and near-zero visibility that could affect travel and daily activities across a wide area.
Original reporting
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