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Heavy rain, thunderstorms and flash flood risk forecast for several Saudi regions

JEDDAH — Heavy thunderstorms capable of causing flash floods, accompanied by hail and active winds stirring up dust and sand, are expected over parts of Jazan, Asir, Al-Baha, Makkah and Madinah on Thursday, according to the National Center for Meteorology (NCM). The NCM issued a red alertAl-Baha Region for Al-Aqiq from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., while in Asir the red alert covers Ahad Rafidah and Khamis…

Heavy rain, thunderstorms and flash flood risk forecast for several Saudi regions

Jeddah — The National Center for Meteorology has issued a red alert for Al-Aqiq in Al-Baha Region, along with Asir's Ahad Rafidah and Khamis Mushait, and Madinah from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday. Heavy thunderstorms with potential for flash floods, hail, and strong winds are expected, accompanied by fog and dust/sand storms. Coastal regions in the Eastern Province face similar conditions.

Temperatures will soar to 41°C in Dammam and Buraidah, 40°C in Riyadh and Madinah, and 39°C in Makkah. Humidity levels will reach 90% in Jeddah, Dammam, and Abha, 80% in Makkah, Al-Baha, and Jazan, and drop to 35% in Riyadh.

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