Grand Mosque in Makkah ready to deal with wet weatherThe General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques on Monday mobilized equipment and personnel to deal with the wet weather conditions at the Grand Mosque in Makkah.
The Mataf, prayer areas, and entrances and exits were prepared for heavy rains, and efforts were intensified to ensure the drainage of rainwater and the drying of floors to ensure the safety of worshippers and pilgrims while performing their rituals.
Rain is considered in Islam a sign of mercy.
The National Center for Meteorology of Saudi Arabia warned that severe weather will persist until Friday, with torrential rains that may be accompanied by hail, fog with poor visibility, and high waves along the coast.
«Thunderstorms will continue in most regions of the Kingdom from Sunday, January 1, until Friday, January 6, 2023,» the center wrote on Twitter.
The NCM announced a warning, forecasting torrential rains in Makkah, Madinah, and the Northern Borders region, starting from Sunday evening. In-person classes on Mondays and Tuesdays have been suspended in all schools in Makkah, Jeddah, and Rabigh.