Morocco issues orange alert for sandstorm winds across center and south

Morocco issues orange alert for sandstorm winds across center and south
Thursday 26 February 2026 - 19:23

Morocco’s meteorological service issued an orange level warning for strong winds, sandstorms and blowing dust from late Thursday morning through Friday, with the highest gusts expected in Al Haouz and Taroudant.

The alert forecasts winds of 95 to 115 kmh in Al Haouz and Taroudant, and 75 to 95 kmh in Chichaoua, Inzegan Ait Melloul, Sidi Ifni, Tiznit, Guelmim, Tata, Azilal, Chtouka Ait Baha, Agadir Ida Ou Tanane, Ouarzazate, Tangier Assilah and Fahs Anjra, from 11:30 a.m. Thursday to 9:00 a.m. Friday.

The same warning extends on Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. to Tan Tan, Assa Zag, Boujdour, Laayoune, Tarfaya and Smara.

Authorities advise drivers to expect sharply reduced visibility and sudden crosswinds, especially on exposed roads and near open terrain.

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