RIYADH: Weather warnings have been issued for some regions of Saudi Arabia and are expected to continue until Friday.
The General Directorate of Civil Defense issued the warnings according to information received from the General Authority of Meteorology and Environmental Protection.
The directorate warned of rain and increased chances of thunderstorms, saying the regions of Asir, Jazan, Al-Baha and Makkah will be affected by moderate to heavy rains and brisk winds with some areas exposed to heavy rain that may lead to flash floods.
Meanwhile, Madinah and the Eastern Province will be affected by light to moderate rain and brisk winds.
The General Directorate of Civil Defense called on all to be wary of the potential dangers in such weather conditions, to stay away from places where flash floods can form, and to abide by the civil defense's instructions announced through various media and social media outlets.
Weather warning issued for some Saudi regions until Friday
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Weather warning issued for some Saudi regions until Friday
- Some areas exposed to heavy rain may expect flash floods
Prince Sattam University to showcase innovative solutions, emerging technologies at World Defense Show
- The university’s participation is expected to enhance integration between scientific research and defense industries
RIYADH: Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University is to take part in the World Defense Show, organized by the General Authority for Military Industries, which takes place from Feb. 8-12 at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center.
The university’s participation in this international event marks a strategic step aimed at strengthening the role of Saudi academic institutions in the national research and development ecosystem.
The university is capable of achieving that by highlighting its applied research outputs and emerging technologies in the fields of defense and security in a way that enhances the efficiency of national industries and provides innovative, actionable solutions to address security and technological challenges.
The university will showcase at its exhibition pavilion a range of distinguished innovations developed within its premises, including artificial intelligence and robotics technologies, advanced control and monitoring systems, and intelligent surveillance systems.
The achievements reflect the university’s commitment to leveraging scientific research to serve vital national sectors, aligning with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 in developing national human capabilities and supporting the transition to a knowledge-based and innovation-driven national economy.
The university’s participation is expected to enhance integration between scientific research and defense industries, open new channels of collaboration with global and local institutions and companies, attract attention to the applied research produced by the university, and encourage researchers and students to engage in major national projects.
