Morocco is grappling with severe flooding in its northwestern plains, where residents have been urged to evacuate amid escalating threats from heavy rainfall, swelling rivers, and overflowing dams. Over 108,000 people have been evacuated, according to the Interior Ministry.
Helicopters have been deployed to aid rescue operations as floodwaters submerge fields and villages across the Gharb region, an important agricultural area. The army has been assisting in evacuations under a red alert for more rain, with current levels 215% higher than last year.
Evacuations in Larache province, including Ksar El Kebir, are ongoing, as local officials express concern over the overcapacity Oued Makhazine dam. The severe weather marks the end of a seven-year drought, increasing national dam levels to 62% from 27% last year.
(With inputs from agencies.)