The Moroccan General Directorate of Meteorology has issued a new warning bulletin, predicting storms, hail, and strong winds in several regions of the country. The alert has been raised to orange level for areas expected to experience heavy rainfall, with totals ranging from 20 to 30 mm. The storms are expected to affect the provinces of Ouarzazate, Errachidia, Zagora, Tinghir, Boujdour, and Oued Ed-Dahab, among others.
The storms are forecast to occur between 2 pm and 11 pm on Monday, with residents advised to take necessary precautions. In addition to the storms, a heatwave is expected to affect several regions, with temperatures ranging from 38 to 40 degrees Celsius. The affected areas include Khémisset, Taza, Laâyoune, Chefchaouen, Aït Baha, Inzgan-Aït Melloul, Kénitra, Sidi Kacem, Sidi Slimane, Berrechid, Settat, Sidi Bennour, El Youssoufia, Tarfaya, Guelmim, and Tan-Tan.
The heatwave is expected to last for two days, Monday and Tuesday, September 21-22. Residents in the affected areas are advised to stay hydrated and take precautions against the heat. The Moroccan authorities have urged citizens to follow the necessary precautions and stay informed about the latest weather forecasts.
The weather alert comes as Morocco experiences a period of unstable weather, with protests and demonstrations taking place in several cities. In the northern city of Tangier, a group of protesters attacked a vehicle carrying a parliamentary deputy, mistakenly targeting her. The police intervened, firing tear gas to disperse the crowd.
The protests are taking place against the backdrop of a difficult economic situation, with Morocco facing challenges in several areas, including education, healthcare, and economic growth. According to a report by the World Economic Forum, Morocco ranks 118th in education, 133rd in healthcare, and 90th in political empowerment.
The situation in Morocco is being closely monitored by international organizations, including the Arab League. A delegation from the Arab League has arrived in Rabat to observe the upcoming elections on September 23. The delegation will prepare a report on the electoral process and its progress.
The elections are taking place in a context of social and economic challenges, with Morocco facing pressure from several quarters. The country's prime minister has faced criticism for his handling of the migration crisis, with some parties calling for greater action to address the issue. The government has announced several measures to address the crisis, but more work remains to be done.
Key points
- A heatwave is expected to affect several regions of Morocco, with temperatures ranging from 38 to 40 degrees Celsius.
- Storms and strong winds are forecast to affect several provinces, with residents advised to take necessary precautions.
- The Moroccan authorities have urged citizens to follow the necessary precautions and stay informed about the latest weather forecasts.
