Civil Defense issues heavy rain alert until Friday

The Civil Defense has urged the public to monitor official channels and social media platforms for the latest weather updates. (SPA)
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Updated 24 March 2025
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Civil Defense issues heavy rain alert until Friday

RIYADH: The public should exercise caution as heavy rains are expected to continue across most regions of the Kingdom until Friday, according to the General Directorate of Civil Defense. 

Residents are advised to stay in safe locations, avoid valleys and areas prone to flooding, and refrain from swimming in them, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday. 

According to the report, the Makkah region will experience moderate to heavy rainfall, which may lead to flash floods. Similar conditions are expected in the Baha, Asir, and Jazan regions. 

The directorate indicated that moderate rain may fall in the Najran region, while light rain is expected in the Madinah region, the SPA reported. 

The Civil Defense has urged the public to monitor official channels and social media platforms for the latest weather updates.


Saudi Arabia summons Iranian ambassador over attacks

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Saudi Arabia summons Iranian ambassador over attacks

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned Iran’s ambassador to the Kingdom, Alireza Enayati, on Sunday following what it described as Iranian attacks targeting Saudi Arabia and several neighboring countries.

During the meeting, Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Elkhereiji conveyed the Kingdom’s strong dissatisfaction and condemnation of the attacks, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

Elkhereiji stressed Saudi Arabia’s firm rejection of any violations of state sovereignty, warning that such actions undermine regional security and stability.

He also said the Kingdom would take all necessary measures to defend its security and protect its territory.

The summons comes amid rising regional tensions following reported Iranian actions targeting Saudi Arabia and Gulf states.