Authorities in southeastern Morocco are preparing emergency measures to protect residents from possible flash floods as heavy rainfall and thunderstorms affect several parts of the country, local government and provincial sources told Hespress.
In Zagora province, officials in the rural commune of Tagounite said preventive measures remained in place despite the absence of a weather warning specifically covering the area.
A local official said authorities were focusing on public awareness campaigns, urging residents to avoid crossing flooded riverbeds or taking unnecessary risks during thunderstorms.
Emergency equipment and rapid-response teams are being prepared for deployment if weather conditions deteriorate. Local authorities are also coordinating with Civil Protection, security services and private contractors to ensure machinery is available when needed.
Special attention is being given to pregnant women approaching their delivery dates, with health officials arranging transfers to maternity facilities before flooding can cut off access to medical services.
In neighbouring Tata province, authorities have held coordination meetings involving local administrations, transport and infrastructure officials and municipal representatives to identify vulnerable communities, particularly villages near seasonal rivers.
Officials said previous flooding had helped improve emergency planning and coordination with local civil society organisations.
Residents living near riverbeds have been urged to leave exposed locations and move to safer accommodation if rising water threatens their homes.
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