The daily report issued by the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which specializes in monitoring rainfall amounts, revealed that varying amounts of rainfall were recorded in 7 different administrative regions, as part of the ongoing monitoring of the climatic conditions in the Kingdom.

The official report indicated that monitoring stations recorded the highest rainfall in the Al-Gharif area of ​​Al-Khurmah Governorate in the Makkah region, reaching 32.6 mm. This data is based on readings from 51 hydrological and climatological monitoring stations distributed throughout the Kingdom, covering the period from 9:00 AM on Friday to 9:00 AM on Saturday.

Details of rainfall amounts in regions and governorates

The Makkah region experienced varying rainfall amounts. Besides Al-Khurmah, which recorded the highest rainfall, Al-Ruknah in Al-Muwayh recorded 8.0 mm, Maysan 1.7 mm, and Haddad Bani Malik in Taif recorded 0.5 mm. In the Madinah region, stations recorded 11.6 mm in Tharb in Mahd Al-Dhahab Governorate and 2.2 mm in Al-Hasu Municipality in Al-Hanakiya.

In Riyadh and its surrounding governorates, the Sajaa Reserve in Afif recorded 8.6 mm of rainfall, King Khalid International Airport 5.0 mm, and Al Majmaah 3.4 mm, while Al Kharj and Halban in Al Quway'iyah each recorded 1.6 mm. In the Qassim region, rainfall reached 6.2 mm at the Ministry's branch in Al Nabhaniyah, 3.9 mm in Al Tarfiyah Al Gharbiyah, and 1.4 mm in the Al Ulya neighborhood of Al Asyah.

Rain also fell in the Eastern Province, with Ras Tanura recording 3.4 mm, Hafr al-Batin 2.9 mm, and the Jubail naval base 2.8 mm. In the northern regions, Baqaa in the Hail region recorded 1.0 mm, while Rafha Airport in the Northern Borders region recorded 0.8 mm.

The importance of hydrological monitoring and the impact of rainfall

These daily reports are of paramount importance in the context of water resource management in Saudi Arabia, where the Ministry relies on a vast network of precise hydrological and climatological monitoring stations. This data contributes to informed decision-making regarding agriculture and dam management, in addition to its vital role in enhancing groundwater reserves, which are a cornerstone of water security in arid and semi-arid regions.

These rains, though varying in quantity, have a positive impact on vegetation and natural pastures in desert areas, thus supporting the livestock sector. Accurate monitoring of these rainfall amounts also helps relevant authorities, such as civil defense and meteorology, to issue early warnings and take necessary measures to ensure the safety of citizens and residents, especially in areas experiencing high rainfall that could lead to flash floods in valleys and streams.

The General Authority for Media Regulation in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia revealed today (Saturday) its latest operational statistics, which reflect the growing activity in the media and entertainment sectors, as it announced the approval and classification of 25 cinematic contents and 15 series contents, during the past week alone.

The announcement, highlighting the Authority's extensive activity, revealed official figures showing that 405 printed books were cleared and classified, reflecting the continued flow of knowledge and culture in the Kingdom's publishing market. Regulatory efforts also included the clearing of 20 electronic games, in addition to nearly 50,000 media devices—a figure indicative of the high demand in the local technology and media market.

Regarding professional and regulatory licensing, the Authority reported issuing 345 new media licenses and granting 15 no-objection certificates, in addition to completing 415 professional registrations for media professionals and practitioners. Concerning the regulation of the advertising and digital content sector, the Authority issued 80 licenses for "Mawthooq," the mandatory license for individuals to conduct commercial advertising on social media platforms.

These figures reflect the pivotal role played by the General Authority for Media Regulation in regulating and developing the media landscape in the Kingdom, in line with the objectives of Vision 2030, which focuses on improving quality of life and developing the entertainment and culture sector. The film and video game sector is among the fastest-growing sectors in the region, necessitating swift and effective classification and licensing mechanisms to ensure that appropriate content reaches the public.

The surge in the number of licensed books (405 books per week) demonstrates the dynamism of the cultural scene and the publishing and authorship movement, while the number of licensed media devices (50,000) underscores the purchasing power and economic growth in the e-commerce retail sector. The Authority continuously works to govern the sector to ensure a transparent and investment-friendly media environment, while upholding societal values ​​and consumer rights through licenses such as “Mawthooq,” which has regulated the digital advertising market in an unprecedented manner.