Heavy rains struck Jizan in south-western Saudi Arabia, causing an ornamental ceiling to collapse inside a college. Fortunately, there were no casualties in the incident.
Rain Induced Collapse: A video circulated on social media capturing the ceiling collapse, which understandably caused panic among the female students present.
University Response: Jazan University, to which the college is affiliated, reported that the collapse occurred due to a storm that hit the region. Maintenance teams are addressing the ceiling damage.
Investigation Ordered: The deputy governor of Jazan Province has directed a committee to investigate the incident and submit an urgent report.
Weather Alert: The Saudi National Centre for Meteorology has forecasted medium-to-torrential rains, hail showers, and dust-laden winds in parts of Jizan, Asir, and Al Bahah.
School Closures: As a precaution, Jizan educational authorities suspended classes in all schools and shifted to online learning due to safety concerns.
Safety Measures: Civil defense authorities have advised vigilance, caution, and keeping a safe distance from flooding sites, swamps, and wadis (valleys) in light of thunderstorm forecasts in several parts of the country.
