The Meteorology Department warns of dense fog in Tarif and reduced horizontal visibility
The National Center for Meteorology in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia issued an important warning regarding the expected weather conditions in the Tarf Governorate in the Northern Borders region, warning of the formation of dense fog that will lead to a significant decrease in horizontal visibility, which requires caution and vigilance by citizens, residents and highway users.
The meteorological department explained in its detailed report that the weather conditions will begin at 1:00 AM tomorrow, Wednesday, and will continue until 9:00 AM the same day. This weather phenomenon is common at this time of year, where high humidity combines with low temperatures to form fog layers that reduce visibility.
Interesting... a unique climate in winter
The province of Tarif holds special geographical and climatic importance in the Kingdom, as it is known for being one of the coldest cities in the Arabian Peninsula during winter. Due to its location in the far north, Tarif is directly affected by cold air masses originating from the Levant and Europe. This geographical location makes it susceptible to frost, dense fog, and sometimes snowfall, making monitoring weather forecasts vital for the region's residents.
Traffic safety guidelines during fog
In a related context, safety authorities, such as Civil Defense and Traffic Police, are keen to remind drivers of the importance of adhering to safe driving rules during foggy conditions. Key recommendations include:
- Reduce speed in accordance with road conditions and visibility.
- Use the vehicle's fog lights and avoid using high beams, which may scatter vision due to their reflection on water droplets.
- Leave a sufficient safety distance between vehicles to avoid sudden accidents.
- Avoid using warning lights (flashers) except in cases of complete stop, so as not to confuse other drivers.
The role of the National Center for Meteorology in public safety
This alert is part of the National Center of Meteorology's ongoing efforts to monitor and track weather phenomena with high accuracy, using the latest technologies and early warning systems. These proactive alerts aim to protect lives and property, and enable government and service agencies to enhance their preparedness to deal with any emergency that may result from weather fluctuations, especially in border areas and on highways that experience heavy commercial and passenger traffic.
