Saudi Arabia Hits 50°C Heatwave

Riyadh, MINA – Saudi Arabia’s National Meteorological Center (NCM) has warned the region will be hit by a heat wave reaching 50°C, starting on Sunday (19/6) and will continue until next Wednesday.

NCM estimates that maximum temperatures will occur in most provinces in the Eastern Province and the part between Madinah and Yanbu will reach 47°C and 50°C, respectively. Saudi Gazette reports.

The eastern part of the Riyadh, Al-Qassim region and the northern border is expected to experience temperatures between 45°C and 47°C.

NCM asks everyone to take precautions, and also asks them to comply with the instructions of the competent authorities to maintain safety.

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In connection with the arrival of summer, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) imposed a ban on working in the hot sun from 12 noon to 3 pm for a period of three months starting from Wednesday, 15 June.

The ban, covering all private sector companies and enterprises, will continue until 15 September 2022. (T/RE1)

Mi’raj News Agency (MINA)