Riyadh: A huge sandstorm shrouded the city of Riyadh this afternoon, turning daytime of the Saudi capital into a dark night, Akhbaar24 reported.
A video posted online showed the sandstorm which started at 12.15pm due to strong winds which hit Riyadh and other neighbouring areas.
Traffic and road security authorities issued an alert, warning motorists of low visibility.
The Ministry of Health and the Civil Defence urged asthmatic patients, suffering from respiratory problems, to stay indoors.