Saudi Gazette report

RIYADH — The General Directorate of Civil Defense on Thursday issued weather warnings for several regions across Saudi Arabia lasting for five days.

Asir, Baha, Jazan, Najran, and Makkah regions are expected to be affected by moderate to heavy rains and brisk winds from Thursday until Monday, while Riyadh, Hail, and Madinah regions will witness moderate to heavy rains and brisk winds on Friday and Saturday.

The weather conditions are expected to affect the Eastern, Northern Borders, Al-Jawf, and Tabuk regions where mostly moderate rainfall is forecast.

The Civil Defense called on citizens and residents to be wary of the severe conditions, to stay away from places that could flood, and to abide by the Civil Defense’s instructions and updates announced through various media outlets.