Over the past 24 hours, Mauritania has witnessed moderate to heavy rainfall in six states, including the Eastern Hawd, Assaba, Korcool, Inchiri, Tiris Zemmour, and Trarza. The rainfall has brought relief to various communities, with some areas recording significant precipitation. According to reports from the official agency, the rainfall has been widespread, with multiple locations recording notable amounts.

In the Eastern Hawd state, rainfall was recorded in several areas, including Adil Bukru, where 12mm of rain was reported in Amer Dillah, 9mm in Askarah, and 8mm in Adil Bukru. Additionally, 10mm of rain was recorded in Tambedgha. The rainfall in these areas is expected to bring some respite to the local population, who have been experiencing dry conditions.

The Assaba state also experienced significant rainfall, with Kankousa recording 40mm of rain in Aglib Lahouare, 20mm in Labneya, and 17mm in Tana. In Korcool, the town of Magama recorded 50mm of rain in Al-Furuc, 46mm in Jinkiri, and 30mm in Wali. Other areas, including Suni, Bilkelt Yatama, and Toul, also recorded notable amounts of rainfall.

In the Trarza state, the town of Roussou recorded 30mm of rain in Achkaret, 25mm in Wad Sulaiman, and 25mm in Rabine Balamsh. Additionally, 24mm of rain was recorded in Arkiwat, 22mm in Kalam (7), and 20mm in Jik. The rainfall in these areas is expected to have a positive impact on the local environment.

The Inchiri state also experienced rainfall, with Arkeez recording 19mm of rain. In the M'Charid Lakhzour area, 60mm of rain was recorded in Al-Misyr, 50mm in Al-Mabrook Tikent, and 40mm in Ahsy Aamer. Other areas, including Bir Al-Juda, Zamzam, and Limrifik, also recorded significant amounts of rainfall.

The Tiris Zemmour state recorded rainfall in several areas, including the town of Tiris Zemmour, where 25mm of rain was recorded in Al-Mashra', 15mm in Anbikeh, and 15mm in Antikash. Additionally, 15mm of rain was recorded in Al-Maimun, 15mm in Lklit Aghyar, and 12mm in Lamkita'. The rainfall in these areas is expected to bring some relief to the local population.

The rainfall in Mauritania is expected to have a positive impact on the environment and the local population. The six states that experienced rainfall are expected to see an improvement in their agricultural and pastoral conditions. The Mauritanian authorities have been monitoring the situation and are expected to provide further updates on the impact of the rainfall.

Key points

  • The rainfall in Mauritania has brought relief to various communities in six states.
  • The Eastern Hawd, Assaba, Korcool, Inchiri, Tiris Zemmour, and Trarza states experienced significant rainfall.
  • The rainfall is expected to have a positive impact on the environment and the local population.

Share this story

Written by

SaharaWire Newsroom
SaharaWire

Reporting for SaharaWire from the Nairobi bureau.