Several mountainous regions of Morocco recorded heavy snowfall over the past 24 hours, with the largest accumulations reported in the High Atlas and Eastern Atlas ranges, according to Morocco’s national meteorological service.
Snowfall continued through Sunday morning, Dec. 14, affecting primarily Ouarzazate and Tinghir provinces, where snow depth reached significant levels in high-altitude areas.
In Ouarzazate province, snow reached up to 50 centimeters (20 inches) on mountain peaks in areas including Tighli–Imi N’Oulaoune and Khzama, while accumulations on slopes ranged from 2 to 7 centimeters. Amzri–Imi N’Oulaoune recorded about 40 centimeters on peaks and 30 centimeters on slopes. Similar depths were reported in Siroua and Tidili, with up to 40 centimeters on peaks and around 10 centimeters on lower elevations in Tidili.
Ighrm Noukdal recorded approximately 35 centimeters on peaks and 11 centimeters on slopes, while snowfall in Telouet was limited to about 4 centimeters on higher ground.
In Tinghir province, the town of Iknioun recorded about 40 centimeters on peaks and 20 centimeters on slopes, while Msemrir saw around 30 centimeters on peaks and 12 centimeters on slopes. Boumalne Dades reported about 10 centimeters on slopes, while snowfall in Ait Hani did not exceed 2 centimeters.
Further north in Midelt province, Imilchil recorded around 25 centimeters of snow on peaks and 15 centimeters on slopes, while Tounfite saw lighter snowfall of about 5 centimeters on peaks and 3 centimeters on slopes.
Lighter accumulations were also reported elsewhere, including about 3 centimeters on slopes in Aghbalou Nkardous, Errachidia province, and 2 centimeters on peaks of Mount Bounasser in Guercif province.
Authorities urged residents and road users to exercise caution when traveling through mountainous areas, warning of slippery roads, frost formation and reduced visibility. Travelers were advised to follow safety instructions and ensure proper equipment before undertaking mountain journeys.
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