Thunderstorms will keep hitting most regions of the Kingdom until next Monday, the General Directorate of Civil Defense said, calling on the public to take care and remain in safe places. People should keep away from places where floodwater gathers and from valleys, must not swim in them, and should follow official instructions published in the media and on social media.

The National Center for Meteorology expects moderate to heavy rain in Makkah Region, with possible flash floods, hail and downdraft winds raising dust, affecting the holy city of Makkah, Al-Kamil, Al-Jumum, Bahrah, Taif, Maysan, Adham and Al-Ardiyat. Light to moderate rain is forecast for Jeddah, Khulais, Rabigh, Al-Lith, Al-Qunfudhah, Ranyah, Turabah, Al-Khurmah and Al-Muwayh.

Jazan, Aseer, Al-Baha, Madinah, Hail and Qassim regions will also see moderate to heavy rain with flash floods, hail and dusty downdraft winds, while the Eastern Region, Tabuk, Al-Jouf and the Northern Borders can expect light to moderate rain.