Severe weather alerts issued for Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Morocco

Severe weather warnings have been issued across several Middle Eastern and North African countries. In Saudi Arabia, the National Center of Meteorology warns of moderate to heavy thunderstorms, potential flash floods, hail, and dust storms. These conditions are expected to affect regions including Jazan, Asir, Al-Baha, Makkah, Tabuk, Al-Jouf, and the Northern Borders, with visibility potentially dropping to near zero. The Saudi Civil Defense has urged citizens to exercise caution and avoid valleys and flood paths.

In Iraq, the Meteorological Organization reports upcoming thunderstorms and varying temperatures. Expected rainfall will impact the central and northern western regions, with temperatures remaining relatively stable across most provinces.

In Morocco, the General Directorate of Meteorology has issued alerts for thunderstorms and possible hail in the Atlas Mountains, the Rif, the southeast, and the plains between El Jadida and Essaouira. Strong winds are also anticipated in the southern provinces and Tangier.