Saudi Arabia braces for thunderstorms, flash floods across most regions through Tuesday

Arab News · Arab News · 2026-11-06 02:51 UTC

Saudi Arabia braces for thunderstorms, flash floods across most regions through Tuesday

- The Civil Defense authority advises residents to stay in safe locations and avoid flood-prone areas and swimming in wadis

- November typically sees increased rainfall across Saudi Arabia, particularly in the southwestern highlands and western regions

RIYADH: Thunderstorms, potentially heavy rainfall and flash floods are forecast across most regions of Saudi Arabia through Tuesday, prompting Civil Defense authorities to urge residents to exercise caution and avoid valleys and flood-prone areas.

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