The National Center of Meteorology warned of a heatwave peaking between 47 and 48 degrees Celsius, hitting the Eastern Region today, accompanied by active winds ranging between 50 and 59 kilometers per hour.

The weather condition includes the cities of Dammam and Dhahran, and the governorates: Hafr Al-Batin, Al-Khafji, Al-Nuayriyah, Qaryat Al-Ulya, Jubail, Ras Tanura, Qatif, Al-Khobar, Abqaiq, Al-Addad, Dha'blutn, Al-Ahsa, Al-Hajar, and their affiliated centers.

The center explained that the active winds cause dust to rise and reduce horizontal visibility to between 1 and 3 kilometers on highways and open areas, requiring caution when driving.

The center noted that this weather condition will continue until 7:00 PM.