Watch: Sizzling heat melts water tank in Saudi city
Authorities warn about heatwave in Eastern Province where temperatures could reach 50°C
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“The temperatures in Hafr Al Batin are soaring. Look at how the water tank has melted,” a commentator in the video remarks.
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The footage has sparked various online reactions. “It’s unusually hot for this time of year. And it’s only the beginning,” remarked one viewer.
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