The Algerian meteorological office has issued a level 1 vigilance bulletin, indicated by a yellow alert, as rain and thunderstorms are expected to hit several regions in the country. The unstable weather is forecasted to persist into the start of the week, with the Office national de la météorologie (ONM) warning of precipitation and thunderstorms in multiple areas. The alert was initially issued for Sunday, 15 November, and has been updated to include more regions for Monday, 16 November.
For Sunday, 15 November, the regions of Djelfa, Laghouat, El Bayadh, and Ghardaïa were initially expected to experience rain and thunderstorms. However, an update at 10:13 added Ouargla and El Meniaa to the list of regions under alert. The situation is expected to evolve, with the risk of thunderstorms extending to Naâma. The ONM has been closely monitoring the situation, updating its forecasts to reflect the changing weather conditions.
On Monday, 16 November, the regions of Tébessa, Laghouat, El Bayadh, and Naâma are expected to experience rain. The updated forecast also includes Ouargla, El Meniaa, and Ghardaïa, indicating that the precipitation will spread to more areas in the East and South of the country. The thunderstorms may affect a larger territory, with the initial forecast citing Tébessa, Khenchela, Oum El Bouaghi, Laghouat, El Bayadh, Naâma, and Ghardaïa.
The Protection civile has reported that eight fires were recorded across different regions of the country in the past 24 hours. The fires, which affected vegetation, agricultural crops, palm groves, and hay bales, were extinguished by the civil protection teams. The incidents were reported between 14 and 15 November 2026, at 07h00. The efforts of the Protection civile have helped to prevent further damage.
The weather alert issued by the ONM serves as a warning to the public to be prepared for the changing weather conditions. Residents in the affected regions are advised to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety. The alert will remain in effect until further notice, with updates provided as more information becomes available.
The Algerian meteorological office continues to monitor the situation, providing updates and forecasts to help the public prepare for the weather conditions. The ONM's vigilance bulletin is an important tool for alerting the public to potential hazards, allowing them to take necessary precautions. By staying informed, residents can minimize the risks associated with the changing weather.
In related news, strong winds of up to 80 km/h were reported in several regions, contributing to the challenging weather conditions. The Algerian authorities have been working to mitigate the effects of the weather, with the Protection civile and other agencies playing a crucial role in responding to incidents. The situation will continue to be monitored, with updates provided as more information becomes available.
Key points
- Nine Algerian regions are under alert due to expected rain and thunderstorms on Monday.
- The Protection civile has reported eight fires in the past 24 hours, all of which have been extinguished.
- The ONM has issued a level 1 vigilance bulletin, indicated by a yellow alert, due to the unstable weather conditions.
