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Saudi Arabia· MeccaFlash Flooding and Lightning Strikes in Mecca and Taif, Saudi Arabia
Heavy rainfall has led to flash flooding in Mecca and Taif, Saudi Arabia, causing disruptions and damage, with dramatic lightning strikes observed at the Makkah Clock Tower.
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Flash Flooding and Lightning Strikes in Mecca and Taif, Saudi Arabia
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reporting flash floods meccaneutralShow 1 post
started 8h ago•Last update 8h ago
Reports confirm flash flooding in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, on August 26, 2026, causing water accumulation and dangerous conditions.
reporting lightning strike meccaneutralShow 3 posts
started 12h ago•Last update 9h ago
News outlets are reporting a spectacular lightning strike hitting the Makkah Clock Tower during a severe thunderstorm.
reporting flooding taifneutralShow 1 post
started 12h ago•Last update 12h ago
Heavy rainfall on August 26, 2026, caused flooding in the Al-Wasam neighborhood of Taif, Saudi Arabia, damaging vehicles.
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