Morocco Still Battling Disastrous Floods, Rescue Efforts Underway | ImNews Africa

Morocco Struggles with Devastating Floods; Over 140,000 Evacuated. Casablanca, Morocco — Over 140,000 people have been evacuated in northern Morocco following heavy downpours that have caused widespread flooding, according to local reports.

The emergency situation has prompted authorities to place several provinces in the region under weather alert warnings.

The heavy rains, which have been ongoing for several days, have led to significant flooding in large parts of the affected area.

In Ksar El — Kébir, residents had to be rescued from roofs as water levels rose rapidly.

The flooding has also caused the water level of Wadi Al — Makhazin Dam to rise significantly, raising concerns about potential flooding in nearby areas.

Local authorities are closely monitoring the situation and managing water releases to reduce pressure on the dam and protect downstream communities. Emergency services have also been deployed to ensure the delivery of essential supplies, including food and drinking water, to those affected.

The Moroccan government has been working to strengthen its institutional capacity to deal with such disasters, with support from international organizations like the World Bank.

According to the World Bank, over $575 million has been provided in financing for Morocco’s disaster risk management efforts. Heavy flooding has caused significant disruption, with traffic congestion lasting over 15 hours.

The region’s vulnerability to natural disasters such as floods, landslides, and earthquakes is a result of its topography and climate, with heavy downpours often leading to catastrophic flooding.

The situation remains developing, with further details expected as authorities continue their efforts to bring the population to safety and manage the aftermath of the disaster.

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