Active winds in Tarif... Weather warning for Friday
The National Center for Meteorology in Saudi Arabia issued a weather alert regarding a weather phenomenon affecting the city of Tarif, located in the Northern Borders region, starting Friday morning. According to the alert, the area is expected to experience strong winds reaching speeds of 40 to 49 kilometers per hour, from 9:00 AM until 6:00 PM on the same day.
The climatic context of the Northern Borders region
The Northern Borders region, and specifically the province of Tarif, is known for its desert landscape and continental climate, characterized by sharp weather fluctuations, particularly during seasonal transitions. Active winds, often accompanied by dust storms, are a common climatic feature of this area. The open terrain and sandy soil play a significant role in the ease with which dust storms can form when winds blow at moderate to high speeds, directly impacting air quality and horizontal visibility.
Expected effects and the importance of the warning
The National Center for Meteorology warned that the effects of this weather system will include a significant decrease in horizontal visibility. This poses several risks, most notably to traffic on the roads connecting Tarif to the rest of the Kingdom, requiring drivers to exercise extreme caution and adhere to speed limits.
From a health perspective, the dust storm poses a risk to those with respiratory illnesses, asthma, the elderly, and children. Health authorities recommend staying indoors as much as possible, keeping windows tightly closed, and wearing protective masks when going out is necessary. Outdoor activities and construction projects in the area may also be affected, requiring field workers to take necessary safety precautions to protect themselves from the blowing dust and strong winds.
These warnings come as part of the pivotal role played by the National Center of Meteorology in monitoring weather phenomena and issuing early warnings, with the aim of enhancing public safety and enabling concerned authorities, such as civil defense and road security, to take the necessary preparations to deal with any emergency that may result from these weather fluctuations.
