Orange alert for Riyadh: Heavy rain and strong winds expected to continue until Monday morning

issued The National Center for Meteorology a new update to its early warning system, lowering the alert level while maintaining an orange alert for the weather conditions affecting the Riyadh region.
The update clarified that the conditions include the capital, Riyadh, and several governorates and centers, including Diriyah, Rumah, and Dhurma, which are experiencing moderate rainfall accompanied by a range of weather phenomena.

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The center explained that the effects of the weather system include high-speed winds, reduced horizontal visibility, hail, thunderstorms, and the possibility of water accumulation in several locations.
It noted that the system began at 2:30 PM on Sunday and is expected to continue until 3:00 AM on Monday.
The National Center of Meteorology urged citizens and residents to exercise caution, stay away from floodplains and valleys, and follow weather updates regularly to ensure public safety.