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Umrah Pilgrims Warned of Severe Thunderstorm In Makkah and Medina

Umrah pilgrims arriving in the Kingdom have been advised to carry umbrellas and avoid sightseeing and travel during thunderstorms. Those caught in severe weather are urged to seek shelter in safe places.

The National Center of Meteorology has predicted moderate to heavy rainfall on Monday, accompanied by strong winds, hail, and thunderstorms in the areas of Madinah, Makkah, Jeddah, Baha, and Najran.

The General Directorate of Civil Defense also issued weather warnings and safety instructions in preparation for the heavy rainfall expected in the coming days.

The Civil Defense announced that most parts of the Kingdom will experience moderate-to-heavy thundershowers and strong winds until Friday.

Regions likely to be affected include Asir, Baha, Makkah, Madinah, Jazan, Qassim, Jouf, Hail, Tabuk, Northern Borders, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province.

The General Directorate of Civil Defense has urged people to take precautions, stay indoors during stormy weather, and follow safety instructions.

Schools in the Jeddah, Makkah, and Madinah regions have switched to online classes via the Madrasati remote-learning platform starting Monday, in response to the warnings of storms and potential floods.

The Jeddah Municipality has put a field plan in place to address the weather conditions and has urged residents to exercise caution and avoid flooded areas.

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This post was last modified on August 7, 2024 6:28 pm

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Samira Yusuf has covered local news, politics, and social issues for over five years. In Toronto, she studied journalism at York University.

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