FazTimes Media – The whole family was expecting a joyful trip to the beautiful city of Abha. However, the trip turned tragic and painful when lightning killed a mother and her daughter. The event took place in the Asir region in the southwest of Saudi Arabia. This area is known for its cool weather, green hills, and wet seasons each year.

According to Al Jazeera, the deaths were from Al Qurayyat, a city near the northern part of the country. They approached Abha to get away from the hot summer and experience the unique rain that the area is known for. During the wet season, many people, both locals and tourists, come to this mountain town to enjoy the misty mountains and ideal weather.

A Day of Happiness Turns into Sadness

Witnesses say the mother and daughter were having fun in the rain, enjoying the cool air and taking pictures of the lovely scenery. They joined a group of other tourists under a big tree to stay dry when it started to rain more. Soon after, there was a loud clap of thunder and a bright flash of light where the group was standing. A lightning bolt had hit the spot.

There was sadness when the lightning hit the young woman, who was holding her phone to record the rain.

Tourists close by rushed to help and called for it right away. Many people expressed their condolences on social media. In Saudi Arabia, many people shared their sadness and asked for prayers.

Getting to Know the Lightning Risk

However, because of its unique weather, the mountainous Asir region has more thunderstorms in the summer.

According to BBC News, experts warn that hiding under a tree during a storm is very dangerous. Standing under a tree increases your risk of lightning strikes. Do not go into empty areas, near big buildings, or near trees that are alone.

Tourists: How to Stay Safe

When it rains, we advise people visiting the Asir area to exercise caution. The Saudi Civil Defence has given the following tips for staying safe during storms:

Get inside a strong building or a closed car to stay safe.
Avoid trees, poles, and other tall, single things.
Don't go outside for at least 30 minutes after the last thunderclap.

This is a simple list of tips that can help keep you safe.

A Word About The Strength Of Nature

Tragic events like this one are painful because they remind us that nature's beauty can conceal hidden dangers. People will remember the mother and daughter not only for what happened to them but also as a warning for all travellers to be careful around natural disasters.

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