Urgent Weather Alert: Heavy Rain and Snow Expected Across Morocco Thursday to Saturday
Morocco Braces for Heavy Rain, Snow, and Strong Winds
Get ready, Morocco! A significant weather system is set to sweep across the country, bringing heavy rain, snow, and strong winds from Thursday through Saturday. The Directorate General of Meteorology (DGM) has issued an orange-level warning, urging residents to take precautions.
This isn’t just a drizzle; we’re talking serious rainfall. The DGM predicts rainfall totals between 50 to 70 mm in regions like Larache, Ouezzane, Tangier-Asilah, Tetouan, Chefchaouen, and Al Hoceima. Areas like M’diq-Fnideq, Fahs-Anjra, Taounate, Taza, Sidi Kacem, and Kenitra can expect 40 to 50 mm. Meanwhile, regions including Beni Mellal, Ifrane, Khenifra, Berrechid, Mediouna, Casablanca, Benslimane, Settat, Temara-Skhirat, Sale, Safi, El Jadida, Sidi Bennour, Mohammedia, Nouaceur, Rabat, Essaouira, Agadir-Ida Outanane, Taroudant, and Chichaoua-Ait Baha will see 25 to 40 mm of rain. This downpour is expected to begin Thursday evening and continue until Friday afternoon.
But the rain is just one part of the story. Mountainous regions above 1800 meters, particularly in Azilal, Ifrane, and Al Hoceima, are forecast to receive up to 50 cm of snow starting Thursday night and lasting into Saturday morning. Other high-altitude areas above 2000 meters, including Taroudant, Midelt, Tinghir, Sefrou, Chichaoua, Khenifra, Beni Mellal, Taza, Ouarzazate, Al Haouz, Guercif, and Boulemane, can expect up to 30 cm of snow during the same period. These heavy snowfalls could significantly impact travel and accessibility in these regions. For those planning mountain trips, it’s crucial to check road conditions and weather updates before heading out. Resources like the DGM website and local news outlets can provide valuable information.
Adding to the mix are strong winds, with gusts reaching 70 to 85 km/h. Coastal and inland areas, including Fahs-Anjra, Larache, Tangier-Asilah, Tetouan, M’diq-Fnideq, Rabat, Temara-Skhirat, Kenitra, Sale, Nouaceur, Mediouna, Casablanca, Mohammedia, Berrechid, Benslimane, Sidi Bennour, El Jadida, Safi, and Essaouira, will bear the brunt of these winds from Thursday afternoon through Friday morning. The strong winds are also expected to affect Chefchaouen, Al Hoceima, Jerada, Nador, Driouch, Oujda-Angad, Taourirt, Guercif, El Hajeb, Fes, Moulay Yacoub, Meknes, Berkane, Ifrane, Boulemane, Sefrou, Taza, Khenifra, Midelt, and Figuig from Thursday afternoon until Friday evening. These winds could lead to downed power lines and disruptions, so it’s wise to be prepared.
Morocco has experienced significant weather events in recent years, highlighting the importance of preparedness. [Insert link to a relevant news article or resource about recent weather events in Morocco]. The current forecast underscores the need for residents to stay informed and take necessary safety measures. Secure loose objects outdoors, avoid unnecessary travel during the peak of the storm, and stay tuned to official weather updates for the latest information.
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