Storm threat over Saudi Arabia's Abha and Khamis Mushait declared over

Saudi Civil Defense has announced the end of the storm danger over Abha city and Khamis Mushait amid heavy thunderstorms that affected Mecca and other regions.

• Saudi Civil Defense announced on Sunday that the danger has passed over Abha city and Khamis Mushait governorate.
• The National Center for Meteorology said the storm's effects included the holy city of Mecca and several governorates in the Mecca region.
• Civil Defense directed residents to stay indoors, away from windows and open areas, and to call emergency numbers 911 and 998.
• Heavy thunderstorm rains accompanied by hail and active winds hit Mecca, triggering warnings of flash floods.