The Saudi Arabian Embassy in the United States has urged its citizens to exercise caution in the states of Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Virginia. The embassy cited emergency declarations in several states that are expected to be affected by Tropical Storm “Idalia” in the coming hours.
This warning was disseminated through the Embassy’s account on the social media platform, formerly known as Twitter.
The Saudi nationals residing in these states have been advised to be vigilant, abide by the local authorities’ guidelines, and to contact the embassy’s emergency numbers in case of any emergencies.
“Given the imminent threat from Tropical Storm Idalia, we urge all Saudi nationals to adhere strictly to all safety measures and guidelines issued by local authorities,” stated the embassy in its announcement.
The advisory follows a warning issued a few days ago to Saudi nationals residing in Los Angeles, California, Arizona, and Nevada. The earlier warning pertained to the risks associated with Hurricane Hilary, urging citizens to also take heed of local warnings and emergency protocols.
This advisory calls for heightened awareness among the Saudi community residing in the affected U.S. states. It serves as a reminder to pay attention to local media outlets for weather updates and to follow instructions from emergency services carefully.
The Saudi Arabian Embassy in the United States has issued a warning to its citizens residing in certain states due to the potential risks posed by Tropical Storm “Idalia”. This follows a recent warning aimed at Saudi nationals living in California, Arizona, and Nevada concerning the impact of Hurricane Hilary.
Saudi citizens are encouraged to keep an eye on the Saudi Embassy’s official social media channels for real-time updates and to register their presence with the embassy if they haven’t done so already.
Saudi Arabia has a significant number of its nationals living, working, or studying in the United States. Given the diverse geography and climatic conditions of the U.S., Saudi citizens residing there are sometimes exposed to severe weather phenomena like hurricanes, tropical storms, wildfires, and extreme heat or cold.
Because of the potential risks associated with these natural events, the Saudi Arabian Embassy in the United States often issues warnings and advisories to its nationals. These warnings are typically based on local forecasts and emergency declarations by the U.S. government or individual states. The embassy uses various communication channels to reach out to its citizens, including social media platforms and official announcements through its website.
The purpose of these advisories is to ensure the safety and well-being of Saudi citizens by keeping them well-informed and prepared for any eventuality. They often include recommended precautionary measures, emergency contact numbers, and guidelines provided by local authorities.
The embassy’s recent warning about Tropical Storm “Idalia” underscores its ongoing efforts to protect its citizens abroad. This initiative aligns with similar actions taken in the past, including warnings related to Hurricane Hilary that affected residents in California, Arizona, and Nevada.
Warnings such as these are part of broader diplomatic responsibilities that embassies around the world shoulder, which include providing assistance in emergencies, issuing travel documents, and ensuring the general welfare of their nationals residing abroad.