At least seven people were killed and 20 others injured after severe flash floods swept through Morocco’s Safi province late Sunday following intense thunderstorms, local authorities said.
The flooding, caused by torrential rainfall that fell within less than an hour, inundated large parts of Safi city, particularly the old medina, where water submerged around 70 homes and shops in areas including Bir Anzaran Street and Abu Al Dhahab Square.
Emergency services evacuated residents as floodwaters swept away about 10 vehicles and damaged sections of the provincial road linking Safi to the Hrara commune, cutting traffic on several key routes.
The injured were taken to Mohammed V Hospital in Safi, where they are receiving medical care. Authorities said search operations were continuing to locate possible missing persons.
Local and regional authorities mobilized emergency teams, equipment and logistical resources to restore road access, secure damaged infrastructure and provide assistance to affected families. Damage assessments and relief operations remain ongoing.
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