Weather Alert: Strong winds and dust storms expected in multiple provinces

Weather Alert: Strong winds and dust storms expected in multiple provinces
Thursday 21 March 2024 - 18:56

The General Directorate of Meteorology (DGM) has issued a warning for strong gusts of wind accompanied by dust storms, with speeds ranging from 75 to 90 kilometers per hour (46 to 55 mph), expected to hit several provinces of the Kingdom on Thursday and Friday.

According to the DGM, this weather phenomenon is anticipated to affect various regions from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday. Provinces such as Oujda-Angad, Jerada, Figuig, Midelt, Azilal, Ouarzazate, Boulemane, Tinghir, Errachidia, Guercif, Sefrou, Ifrane, Khenifra, Beni Mellal, Tangier-Asilah, Fahs-Anjra, and Tetouan are among those expected to experience these adverse weather conditions, as highlighted in an orange alert bulletin issued by the DGM.

Moreover, similar conditions are forecasted to persist on Friday, with strong gusts of wind and dust storms expected from 4 a.m. to 5 p.m. This time, provinces such as Figuig, Taourirt, Midelt, Azilal, Ouarzazate, Boulemane, Tinghir, Guercif, Sefrou, Ifrane, Khénifra, Beni Mellal, Tanger-Asilah, Fahs-Anjra, and Tetouan are on alert, as indicated by the DGM.

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