Heavy rainfall has caused severe flooding across several parts of Makkah, Saudi Arabia, disrupting traffic flow and daily life in the holy city. The downpour, which began earlier in the day, quickly overwhelmed drainage systems, leaving several roads submerged and vehicles stranded.
According to local reports, emergency teams and civil defense authorities were deployed to assist motorists and residents affected by the rising water levels. Videos circulating on social media showed streets turning into fast-flowing streams, with vehicles struggling to move through the flooded areas.
Officials have urged residents to remain indoors and avoid unnecessary travel until conditions improve. The Saudi Civil Defense has also issued safety warnings, advising the public to stay away from low-lying and mountainous areas that are prone to flash floods.
The Saudi National Center for Meteorology has predicted continued rainfall in Makkah and surrounding regions, with varying intensities over the next few hours. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation to ensure the safety of pilgrims and residents.
While the rainfall has brought much-needed relief from the dry weather, it has also raised concerns over infrastructure resilience and flood preparedness in the holy city, which attracts millions of pilgrims each year.
Cleanup operations are expected to begin once the rain subsides, as the city works to restore normal life and reopen major routes affected by the flooding.
