FLOOD WATCH ALERT #2
14 Nov 21
#2 Flood Watch: Heavy Rain Continues
This Flood Watch Alert is to provide early warning of anticipated rainfall, potential localized flooding and poor driving conditions in the NEOM area
SAFETY ADVICE
The current wet weather system is now forecast to remain in the NEOM region throughout Sunday, November 14. Rainfall totals are forecast to be significantly higher than forecast last Thursday so we have updated our advice.
Rainfall totals for Sunday may exceed 15 mm near the Gulf of Aqaba and 25 mm in the southern coastal areas of NEOM. This weather system is expected to move out the region later tonight.
Flash-flooding is a risk and therefore the Flood Watch is being issued.
Reduce speed and take great care of slippery conditions in affected regions.
NEOM Employees should prepare by avoiding wadis and non-essential field work during Sunday, until rainfall has cleared the region. Flows arriving in lowland areas may arrive more than 12 hours after rainfall occurring in upper catchments. Contractors should also be notified of this safety alert and act accordingly.
Please ensure no material, equipment, stockpiles, or company assets are left within wadis or overland flow paths. Please ensure local drainage lines and culverts are clear of sand and debris.
STAY INFORMED
For the latest official KSA Warnings refer to the National Centre of Meteorology Automated Warnings here
To identify catchments and potential flood zones refer to the 1:100 year flood map here
If you are experiencing any water damage or leaks in your unit or office building, please contact the NEOM Facilities Management Helpdesk on 014 434 8888, or extension 8888 inside NEOM community
For life threatening emergencies within NEOM, use your NEOS1 app to call 911 or phone the Hotline on 014 434 8911 immediately
A further update will be provided if conditions significantly change.
This message is prepared by NEOM Water Sector