The National Center for Meteorology in Saudi Arabia issued an important weather alert this morning regarding the Al-Jawf region, noting the continued presence of dust storms that are directly impacting horizontal visibility. This alert is part of the center's ongoing monitoring of weather fluctuations to ensure the safety of citizens and residents.
Weather details in Al-Jawf
The center explained in its daily report that the dust storm affecting the region is not limited to the city of Sakaka, but extends to three other major governorates: Dumat al-Jandal, Qurayyat, and Tabuk. The meteorological department warned that this condition is causing a decrease in horizontal visibility to between 3 and 5 kilometers, necessitating caution, especially for those using highways and open roads.
According to the report, this weather condition will continue - God willing - until 9:00 AM on Monday, after which the weather is expected to gradually improve and the dust particles will clear.
The geographical and climatic context of the Al-Jawf region
The Al-Jawf region is a vital area in northern Saudi Arabia, characterized by its continental desert climate with significant weather fluctuations, particularly during seasonal transitions. Dust storms and sandstorms are frequent natural phenomena in the northern regions due to the open geography, which allows winds to carry dust and sand over wide distances, affecting air quality and visibility.
The importance of early warnings and safety measures
Warnings issued by the National Center of Meteorology are of paramount importance in maintaining public safety, as a wide segment of society relies on them, from drivers to government and service agencies. In such weather conditions, experts always advise following these safety guidelines:
- For drivers: It is necessary to leave a sufficient safe distance between vehicles, use warning signals when necessary, and avoid high speed due to low visibility.
- For respiratory patients: Those with asthma and allergies are advised to avoid direct exposure to dust and stay indoors as much as possible, or to use medical masks when going out to reduce the inhalation of suspended dust.
The National Center of Meteorology continues its vital role in using the latest technologies and numerical simulation models to monitor the weather and issue early warnings, which contributes to raising the level of preparedness of the concerned authorities and the community to deal with various climatic conditions.
