Strong winds and dust storms expected across several provinces on Thursday

Strong winds and dust storms expected across several provinces on Thursday
Thursday 14 November 2024 - 14:58

The General Directorate of Meteorology (DGM) has issued an orange-level weather warning for several provinces, anticipating strong winds and potential dust storms on Thursday.

According to this alert, gusts ranging from 75 to 90 kmph (45 to 55 mph) are expected to impact the provinces of Figuig, Jerada, Oujda-Angad, Taourirt, Boulemane, and Midelt. These conditions will persist from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, the DGM stated.

In addition to these areas, stronger winds of 80 to 100 kmph (50-62 mph) are forecasted for mountainous regions above 1,500 meters (over 4,900 feet). This warning applies to the provinces of Midelt, Azilal, Al Haouz, Chichaoua, and Ouarzazate.

These high-elevation winds are expected to begin on Thursday at 5:00 p.m. and will continue through Friday night, concluding at 11:50 p.m.

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