RIYADH: The Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture, and the chairman of the National Center of Meteorology, Abdulrahman Al-Fadhli, launched a workshop on the mechanism for dealing with weather phenomena today in Riyadh.
The CEO of NCM, Ayman bin Salem Ghulam, confirmed in a speech inaugurating the workshop that the center sought to utilize the best practices and technologies to provide the best possible services.
According to Ghulam, the workshop also aims to increase the educational and awareness role of all members of society regarding weather phenomena, and ways to deal with them before, during, and after their occurrence.
Ghulam told Arab News: “The National Center of Meteorology has capabilities today, with great interest from the country and Vision 2030. There is a major quantum leap in the National Center of Meteorology. We have a high-accuracy Saudi model, and NCM is also in the process of announcing an automated system for forecasting torrential rains.”
He added: “There will be cooperation with the concerned authorities for civil protection, crises and disasters, and dealing with weather conditions. The workshop today is important in bringing together all the concerned authorities and explaining the mechanism, as there will be a smooth process in dealing with reports.”
He said that this national workshop is extremely important for working with sectors related to crisis and emergency management and achieving the aspirations of officials in clarifying the tasks of the authorities, enhancing their performance by clarifying procedures, removing obstacles, and explaining the stages of early warning systems.
The workshop will continue until tomorrow, reviewing several topics related to dealing with weather phenomena.
Saudi Minister of Environment launches workshop to deal with weather phenomena
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Saudi Minister of Environment launches workshop to deal with weather phenomena
- The workshop also aims to increase the educational and awareness role of all members of society regarding weather phenomena
- NCM’s CEO told Arab News: “The National Center of Meteorology has capabilities today, with great interest from the country and Vision 2030”
Najran’s camels are embedded in local culture and traditions
- Several distinct camel breeds are found in the region
- Animals permeate Arab consciousness, says expert
RIYADH: In Najran, camels are not only a vital livestock resource but also a cornerstone of local identity and tradition.
According to Hadi Benyan Al-Amer, head of Najran’s Camel Association, the region has several distinct camel breeds.
Principal among them is the Awarik, an ancient Arabian lineage linked to territories where arak trees flourish, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Thursday.
These light-colored, sparsely-haired camels possess remarkable resilience, and are prevalent across southern Arabia.
The Majahim are characterized by dark hues spanning black to brown, and excel in both milk yield and endurance.
The Asayil are prized for their sleek, lean physiques, and dominate in speed-based competitions.
Al-Amer said traditional water sources known as Odood, or traditional water wells and artesian wells, have sustained herders navigating the Empty Quarter’s grazing lands for generations.
These permanent water points, equipped with dedicated drinking basins for camels, showcase the animals’ extraordinary environmental resilience.
Among the principal wells accessible from Najran are Al-Minkhali, Abu Shadid, Hamra Nathil, Tamani, Umm Al-Wahat, and Khujaima.
Countless additional wells dot the Empty Quarter and adjacent territories, forming the backbone of camel owners’ far-reaching pastoral networks.
Dr. Hind bint Dawood Al-Shuqair of Najran University’s Arabic Language Department explained how camels have permeated Arab consciousness through legends and stories spanning thousands of years.
Representing endurance, power, and grace, they have become inseparable from Arab cultural identity.
Archaeological evidence at Al-Ukhdood, Mount Al-Tharwa and Hima, preserves through carvings and ancient artwork the deep bond between people and camels, Al-Shuqair said.
She drew attention to Saudi Arabia’s substantial investment in camel heritage, exemplified by proclaiming 2024 as the Year of the Camel.
This designation emphasizes their importance to national prosperity and cultural heritage while backing global initiatives to promote awareness of camels as valuable economic and cultural assets.
The Kingdom further demonstrates its commitment to protecting the animals through the annual King Abdulaziz Festival, the SPA reported.
