The holy city of Madinah in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia experienced intense rainfall along with hail and lightning, resulting in breathtaking scenes at the Prophet’s Mosque.
Video clips widely shared on social media platforms showed the awe-inspiring moment when the Prophet’s Mosque was blessed by the rain. However, the Al-Eis governorate in northwest Madinah faced heavy rains and destructive floods, as seen in shocking videos.
Torrential rains have resulted in flash floods, with videos showing cars being violently swept away and roads being cut off.
The Civil Defense Directorate in Madinah issued a warning advising caution, urging people to avoid valleys and flood streams and not to attempt crossing or descending into them.
Earlier, the Saudi National Center of Meteorology (NCM) had raised the alert level to red in the Madinah region, anticipating heavy rains accompanied by thunderstorms.
Authorities are closely monitoring the situation, urging residents and visitors to be cautious and follow safety guidelines during the ongoing weather event.
This unexpected weather occurrence highlights the importance of preparedness and vigilance, particularly in areas prone to sudden and severe weather changes. The people of Madinah are encouraged to stay informed and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety during this period of adverse weather.
