Authorities have confirmed that eight people have died and 15 are still missing following severe flooding in the Tata region of southeastern Morocco. The floods, triggered by heavy rains and torrential torrents, led to the collapse of several houses, according to the head of the Tamanart community.
The floods, which struck on Saturday evening, caused extensive damage in the Oukrada roundabout area of Smouken, part of the Tamanart community, the head reported to Channel 2’s website. The catastrophic weather conditions led to the collapse of homes and significant loss of life.
Yahya, a local resident who spoke with Hespress, described the devastation, highlighting that the severe weather conditions resulted in the collapse of homes and the tragic loss of several lives in the affected area.
The situation in the region remains dire, with several sources reporting that the Oukrada roundabout and surrounding areas have been declared disaster zones. The floods have also trapped a group of nomads in the Tamoult area of Tzounine.
Residents have reported widespread disruption, including power and telephone outages in the affected areas. The community is grappling with fear and uncertainty as floodwaters continue to rise.
Local youth have called for urgent intervention from state and government officials to address the situation. They urged authorities to closely monitor the disaster and keep the public informed, expressing deep concern about the ongoing crisis.
The severity of the flooding has raised alarms, and the community is anxiously awaiting support and assistance to manage the unfolding emergency.
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