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RIYADH, April 24 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Civil Defense urged the public to remain cautious and stay in safe locations as thunderstorms are expected to continue across the kingdom until Tuesday. The authority warned people to avoid valleys and areas vulnerable to flash floods and advised against swimming in floodwaters. It also called on citizens and residents to follow safety instructions issued through official media and social me

SABN RIYADH, April 19 — Saudi Arabia’s Civil Defense urged the public to remain cautious and stay away from flood-prone areas as thunderstorms are expected to continue across the kingdom through Friday. The warning followed forecasts by the National Center for Meteorology of continued unstable weather conditions. Civil Defense said moderate to heavy rainfall is expected across all regions, including Makkah, Riyadh, Madinah, Hail, Qassim, the Northern Borders, the Eastern Regi

RIYADH, April 16 — Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Civil Defense is continuing a public awareness campaign on weather phenomena, urging residents to follow safety instructions and remain alert during changing weather conditions. The campaign, launched under the slogan “Important to Know,” is aimed at strengthening prevention awareness and improving community preparedness in dealing with climate-related fluctuations. Civil Defense urged the public to stay in safe places

RIYADH, March 31, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Debris from an intercepted drone fell on three houses and several vehicles in a residential neighbourhood in Al-Kharj Governorate on Tuesday, injuring two people, a Saudi Civil Defense spokesperson said, according to SPA. The injuries were described as minor, and one of the injured was discharged after receiving the necessary medical care. The incident also caused limited material damage. Authorities said approved procedur

RIYADH, March 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The General Directorate of Civil Defense urged the public to exercise caution and remain in safe locations as thunderstorms are expected to continue affecting parts of Saudi Arabia through Saturday. The directorate advised residents to stay away from valleys and areas prone to flash floods, avoid swimming in such locations, and follow instructions issued through official media outlets and social media platforms. It said th

SPA Riyadh, February 9, 2026 (SABN) – Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Civil Defense is showcasing a firefighting aircraft at the Ministry of Interior’s pavilion during the World Defense Show in Riyadh, which runs from February 8 to 12. The aircraft is designed for direct and indirect aerial firefighting missions in challenging environments, including rugged terrain and remote areas, with a focus on reducing response times and supporting ground teams, according to the Ci