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Bad weather brings 1,368 to emergency rooms

March 31, 2018 | 05:27 PM
Bad weather brings 1,368 to emergency rooms
March 31, 2018 | 05:27 PM
Last Updated: March 31, 2018 | 05:28 PM
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Government hospitals in Riyadh received 1,368 emergency cases due to sandstorms and dusty weather that hit the city on Friday. The Ministry of Health warned the public against exposing themselves to bad weather because breathing in dust could exacerbate respiratory problems. It especially advised people with asthma to stay indoors during sandstorms.

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