Jazan rain alerts: Unstable weather and flash floods expected today
The National Center for Meteorology issued an important weather alert today for the southern region, warning of rainfall in Jazan . This forecast comes as part of the center's ongoing monitoring of weather fluctuations. The report indicated that the weather conditions will be accompanied by strong surface winds, which may cause dust storms, near-zero visibility, hail, and flash floods in valleys and ravines.
The alert covered a large number of the region's governorates, with rainfall expected to be concentrated in Al-Harth, Al-Dayer, Al-Raith, Al-Ardah, Al-Aydabi, Fifa, and Haroub. The effects will also extend to coastal and lowland areas such as Sabya, Abu Arish, Ahad Al-Masarihah, Al-Tuwal, Samtah, Damad, and the Al-Fatihah center. The center indicated that this weather condition will continue, God willing, until 8:00 PM today, urging citizens and residents to take precautions.
Geographical factors and their impact on rainfall in Jazan
has Jazan's rainfall a unique climatic character, distinguishing it from the rest of Saudi Arabia, due to the region's distinctive geography. Located in the southwestern part of the Kingdom, Jazan's terrain varies between coastal plains bordering the Red Sea and towering mountain ranges such as the Fifa and Reeth mountains. These mountains play a vital role in condensation, acting as natural barriers to moist winds coming from the sea, which contributes to the formation of cumulonimbus clouds and heavy rainfall, especially during transitional seasons and periods of weather fluctuations.
Historically, the Jazan region is known as one of the wettest areas in the Arabian Peninsula, often experiencing rainfall not only during winter but also extending into summer, a phenomenon known as summer rains resulting from the expansion of the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ). This climatic context makes the region agriculturally fertile, but it also presents challenges related to the flow of large valleys that descend from the mountains towards the sea.
Expected effects and safety measures
This weather system has multiple impacts on both the local and service sectors. On the one hand, the rainfall contributes to irrigating the agricultural terraces for which the mountainous governorates are known, and replenishes the water reserves in dams. On the other hand, the resulting flash floods pose a potential danger to roads and wadis, requiring a rapid response from relevant authorities such as civil defense and traffic police to manage traffic and warn hikers.
With warnings still in effect regarding the rain in Jazan, everyone is advised to stay away from valleys and flood channels, and avoid low-lying areas where water may accumulate. Drivers should also exercise extreme caution due to reduced visibility caused by heavy rain or accompanying strong winds, and adhere to the instructions of official authorities to ensure the safety of lives and property until the weather conditions subside this evening.
