Morocco’s national weather service issued an orange-level alert on Wednesday, warning of heavy rain, thunderstorms and strong winds across several regions of the country.
According to Weather Alert No. 2026/41, rainfall totals of 40 to 65 millimeters (1.6 to 2.6 inches) are expected in provinces including Al Hoceima, Khemisset, Beni Mellal, Ifrane, Khénifra, Taounate, Taza, Chefchaouen, Tangier-Assilah, Larache and Tetouan, from 6 a.m. Friday until 6 a.m. Saturday. Local hailstorms are also possible.
Rainfall of 30 to 40 millimeters is forecast for other areas, including Rabat, Salé, Kenitra, Meknes, Fez, Oujda-Angad, Nador and Berkane, the agency said.
The weather service also warned of strong winds with gusts ranging between 75 and 85 kph (47 to 53 mph), affecting large parts of northern, central and southern Morocco during the same period.
Authorities urged citizens to exercise caution and to follow updated weather bulletins.
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