Red alert issued in Jeddah, Madinah as rainstorms, flash floods hit Saudi Arabia

Madinah, Saudi Arabia, has been plunged into chaos following intense rainstorms and flash floods that have transformed the streets into rivers, according to reports by Gulf media.

The storms, which began on Monday, are expected to continue throughout the day, bringing with them hail and dust-laden winds, severely impacting visibility.

In response to the worsening conditions, a red alert has been issued for several regions, including Jeddah, where torrential downpours and flash floods are expected until Wednesday.