Storm apocalypse: red alert level in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia's National Center for Meteorology (NCM) has declared a red alert level due to heavy rains, hail, thunderstorms and strong winds that have hit many regions of the country. Extreme weather conditions are forecast to persist until January 10.

Summary of the current situation

Flooding has been recorded in Jeddah due to heavy rainfall since the morning of January 6. Waves on the Red Sea reached up to 2 meters.
In Makkah, the municipality has activated emergency services to minimize the effects of flooding.
The first snowfalls have been recorded in the northern regions, a rare occurrence for Saudi Arabia.

Forecast for the coming days Saudi Arabia

Weather in Mecca, weather forecast for month

January 8:
Thunderstorms will shift to the east and north of the country, affecting Riyadh, Al Qassim and the northern provinces. Hail is expected, visibility will be significantly reduced due to dust storms.

January 9-10:
Rains will begin to weaken, but will persist in some areas. Light snow is possible in the north, with temperatures dropping to +5°C.

Advice for the population
Avoid low-lying areas and flood-prone areas.
Do not go outdoors during thunderstorms.
Postpone traveling by car, especially in areas with high winds and poor visibility.
Follow updates from NCM and civil defense.