{
  "id": 13477412,
  "title": "Thunderstorms to continue across Saudi Arabia through Wednesday",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/10/thunderstorms-to-continue-across-saudi-arabia-through-wednesday",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-10T17:24:29.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Ajel English",
    "slug": "ajel-english",
    "url": "https://english.ajel.sa/news/s582octz6"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The National Center for Meteorology has forecasted ongoing thunderstorms across most regions of Saudi Arabia, with the weather system expected to last from Saturday to next Wednesday. The severity of the storms varies, with some areas experiencing moderate to heavy rainfall and others seeing light to moderate rain.\n\nIn a statement on its official X account, the center highlighted that the weather system will impact large parts of the Kingdom. They urged citizens and residents to stay informed about weather reports and alerts pertaining to the evolving situation.\n\nAccording to the National Center for Meteorology, areas such as Jazan, Asir, Al-Baha, Makkah, Tabuk, Al-Jouf, and the Northern Borders regions are forecasted to receive moderate to heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, parts of Najran, Madinah, and Hail regions are expected to encounter light to moderate rain.\n\nThese forecasts come amid persistent rainy conditions across several regions of the Kingdom, with varying rainfall amounts based on weather developments. The center emphasized the importance of staying updated with the latest weather reports and official alerts through their website, the Anwa app, and their official social media channels. They stressed the necessity of regularly checking official updates to monitor the progress of the weather system and remain informed about warnings for affected areas from Saturday through next Wednesday.",
  "summary": "Thunderstorms are forecast to continue across most regions of Saudi Arabia until Wednesday, according to the National Center for Meteorology. The Makkah region is expected to experience moderate to heavy rainfall, potentially causing flash floods, hail, and downdraft winds. Other regions, including Jazan, Asir, Al-Baha, Tabuk, Al-Jouf, and Northern Borders, are also expected to see moderate to heavy rainfall.\n\nOn Saturday, King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh was temporarily suspended due to an attack that left several people injured. According to DW English and Gulf News, the attack was reportedly carried out by Houthi rebels in Yemen. The airport was evacuated, and flights were diverted to other locations.\n\nThe General Directorate of Civil Defense has urged the public to exercise caution and remain in safe places amid the forecasts of thunderstorms and the ongoing security situation. The directorate has advised people to avoid flood-prone areas and valleys, and to follow instructions issued through various media outlets and social media platforms.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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