Agadir – In a significant weather advisory, the General Directorate of Meteorology (DGM) has announced an orange alert for several provinces in Morocco, indicating the expectation of heavy rainfall and strong wind gusts from Wednesday through Thursday. This alert highlights concerns regarding possible thunderstorms, hail, and localized dust storms, particularly affecting various regions of the country.
Heavy Rainfall Forecasted
The DGM forecasts that certain areas may experience remarkable rainfall accumulations ranging from 80 to 110 millimeters, specifically in provinces such as Chefchaouen, Al Hoceima, Tetouan, Essaouira, Agadir Ida-Outanane, Inezgane-Ait Melloul, and Chtouka-Ait Baha. This heavy rainfall is expected to occur between noon on Wednesday and noon on Thursday.
Additionally, other regions including Taounate, Larache, Sidi Kacem, Kenitra, Taza, Ouezzane, and Taroudant are projected to receive between 40 and 80 mm of rainfall during the same timeframe. Lesser amounts of rainfall, ranging from 20 to 40 mm, are anticipated in provinces like Fahs-Anjra, Tanger-Assilah, M’diq-Fnideq, Driouch, Sefrou, Fez, Moulay Yacoub, Meknes, El Hajeb, Ifrane, Khemisset, Sidi Slimane, Sale, Rabat, Skhirate-Temara, Mohammedia, Casablanca, Benslimane, Nouaceur, Mediouna, Berrechid, El Jadida, Settat, and Sidi Bennour.
Wind and Weather Conditions
Accompanying the rainfall, the DGM warns of strong winds that could impact various regions of Morocco on Wednesday. Wind gusts are expected to reach speeds of 90 to 100 kilometers per hour in certain areas. The localized dust storms, which may accompany these winds, could further exacerbate weather conditions.
The wind alert is particularly relevant for regions including Sidi Bennour, Safi, Chichaoua, Essaouira, Youssoufia, Tetouan, El Jadida, Al Haouz, Taza, Driouch, Al Hoceima, Tanger-Assilah, and Chefchaouen, where gusts are forecasted to peak between noon and 11 p.m. Additionally, regions like Rehamna, Settat, El Kelaa Sraghna, Khouribga, Rabat, Berrechid, Benslimane, Guercif, Errachidia, Skhirate-Temara, Sale, Nouaceur, Mohammedia, Mediouna, Casablanca, and Kenitra could see wind speeds ranging from 80 to 90 km/h.
Safety Recommendations
Given the severe weather conditions anticipated, residents and travelers are advised to remain cautious and vigilant. The DGM urges individuals to avoid unnecessary travel during the peak of the storm and to stay informed through official weather updates. Local authorities are also advised to prepare for potential emergency responses in affected areas.
As reported by moroccoworldnews.com.
