Weather alerts: Rain in Al-Baha and active winds in Tabuk
The National Center for Meteorology issued important weather alerts today concerning the weather conditions in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, indicating weather fluctuations directly affecting the Al-Baha and Tabuk regions. These alerts are part of the ongoing monitoring of weather conditions to ensure the safety of citizens and residents.
Weather details for the Al-Baha region
The National Center for Meteorology issued a warning of moderate to heavy rainfall in the Al-Baha region, accompanied by strong surface winds, reduced horizontal visibility, and a high probability of thunderstorms. The warning included several key governorates in the region: Baljurashi, Al-Qura, Bani Hassan, and Al-Mandaq , as well as surrounding areas. The center indicated that this weather condition is expected to continue, God willing, until 7:00 PM today.
The Al-Baha region, which is located within the Sarawat Mountains, is one of the regions that usually experiences rapid weather changes due to its mountainous geographical nature and its height above sea level, which makes it prone to the formation of cumulonimbus clouds and seasonal rainfall that contributes to the flow of valleys and streams.
Active winds and sea waves in Tabuk
In a related development, the center issued a special alert for the Tabuk region, warning of strong winds affecting coastal cities, specifically Al Wajh, Umluj, Duba, and Neom Sharma . The effects of this weather system include a significant decrease in horizontal visibility, with strong winds ranging in speed from 40 to 49 km/h, leading to high waves and rough seas. The center indicated that this weather pattern would continue until 6:00 PM.
The importance of adhering to safety instructions
These warnings are of utmost importance given the direct impact of these weather phenomena on traffic, particularly on highways in the mountainous areas of Al-Baha, which may experience dense fog, and on coastal roads in Tabuk, which may be affected by winds and dust. In such conditions, relevant authorities, such as the Civil Defense, typically urge caution, advising people to stay away from wadis and floodplains, and to avoid going to sea in coastal areas affected by high waves to ensure the safety of lives and property.
The National Center for Meteorology plays a vital role in monitoring and analyzing climate data using the latest technologies, to provide accurate and up-to-date information that helps stakeholders and individuals take the necessary measures to deal with various weather conditions.
