Residents of several villages in Al-Ardiyat Governorate, which is part of the Makkah region in Saudi Arabia, are facing road interruptions due to heavy rain from the Al-Jawf Valley. The rain has caused roadblocks, making it difficult for people in villages such as Taif, Kardabil, Thamran, and Al-Matna to attend school or work, and access medical services. Despite attempts to contact authorities following the rain, there has been no response. The National Center of Meteorology has issued warnings for heavy thunderstorms in many regions of the Kingdom, including Makkah, Madinah, and Riyadh.
Residents of several villages in Al-Ardiyat Governorate, affiliated to the Makkah region in Saudi Arabia, suffer from the interruption of roads leading to the villages due to the torrential torrential rains from the giant Al-Jawf Valley, which came following several days of rain in the Kingdom.
The torrents caused roadblocks, which led to the suspension of the lives of the people of the villages of “Taif, Kardabil, Thamran and Al-Matna”, as their children are absent from school and employees are absent from their work, and there is difficulty in accessing medical services to patients there, according to the newspaper.preceded” Saudi Arabia”.
The people tried to communicate with the competent authorities following the rains and torrential rains that blocked the road, but they were not responded to, according to what they told “previously”.
For days, Saudi Arabia has been witnessing heavy thunderstorms in most regions of the Kingdom, including the Makkah region, according to the National Center of Meteorology.
On Saturday, the center issued warnings of moderate to heavy rains, accompanied by torrential rains and hail, in several parts of Makkah, Madinah and Riyadh.
It is unfortunate to hear regarding the difficulties faced by the residents of several villages in Al-Ardiyat Governorate due to the recent heavy rains and subsequent road blockages. We hope that the competent authorities will take the necessary steps to alleviate the situation and ensure that the affected communities have access to essential services such as medical care, education, and employment. As we continue to witness unpredictable weather patterns around the world, it is crucial for governments to prioritize disaster management and preparedness to protect their citizens. Let us all work together towards building resilient communities that can withstand the challenges of a changing climate.
