Saudi Arabia: Meteorology warns of heavy dust storms hitting 10 regions, including Riyadh

The National Center for Meteorology warned that many regions of the Kingdom will be exposed to strong winds with occasional gusts from Friday until Monday, with wind speeds reaching up to 60 km/h, leading to a lack or near-lack of horizontal visibility.

Dust storm begins Friday in Tabuk, Al-Jawf and the Northern Borders

The dust storm is expected to start on Friday, beginning in Tabuk, including its coastal areas, then Al-Jawf and the Northern Borders, where the winds are expected to cause a decrease in horizontal visibility and possibly its complete absence, especially on external and desert roads. The center urged citizens and residents to take precautions, especially while traveling and on desert roads.

Dust storms are spreading to cover wider areas of the Kingdom, including Riyadh, starting this week.

On Saturday, the regions of Hail, Qassim, Madinah, Makkah, Riyadh, the Eastern Province and Najran will be affected by a significant increase in wind speed and the occurrence of dense dust waves at times, which will lead to a decrease and lack of horizontal visibility. The center called on everyone to follow weather bulletins through official channels and to adhere to safety instructions to avoid risks. The center will continue to issue periodic updates on weather developments.