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Severe Thunderstorms Claim Lives and Cause Destruction Across Multiple Provinces in Morocco

In a devastating turn of events, the Moroccan Ministry of Interior has reported that severe thunderstorms have resulted in the tragic loss of 18 lives across several provinces. The extreme weather conditions, which have wreaked havoc in various regions, have prompted urgent responses from local authorities. The......

Aerial Drones Deployed in Search for Missing as Floods Devastate Morocco's Tata Region

In the aftermath of catastrophic floods that have engulfed the Tata region of southeastern Morocco, authorities are using helicopters and drones to aid in the search for missing persons. The floods, which have severely impacted the Oukrada area of Smouken within the Tamanart community, have left multiple......

Morocco's Pivotal Role in Addressing Global Plastic Pollution

A recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Portsmouth in the United Kingdom has shed light on Morocco's significant contribution to tackling the worldwide issue of plastic pollution. The study, which analyzed data from various sources, including the United Nations Environment......

Heavy Rainfall in Tata Region: Multiple Dead, Many Missing as Floods Devastate Area

In a tragic development, several people have died and many are missing after severe thunderstorms struck Tata and nearby provinces in Morocco. A preliminary report from local authorities indicates that the heavy rainfall caused flooding, which destroyed homes in the village of Aoukerda, part of the Tamanarte......

Super Typhoon Yagi Ravages Northern Vietnam: Major Disruptions and Widespread Damage

Super Typhoon Yagi has struck northern Vietnam with devastating force, leading to extensive damage and significant disruptions. The typhoon, described by meteorologists as one of the most powerful in the region in the past decade, made landfall on Saturday, impacting the coastal provinces of Hai Phong......

Devastating Flash Floods Sweep Through Ouarzazate, Morocco: Homes Collapse and Traffic Grinds to a Halt

Heavy thunderstorms have unleashed chaos in Ouarzazate, Morocco, as flash floods ravaged the city on Friday, causing widespread destruction and disruption. The deluge led to the collapse of houses in several neighborhoods and brought traffic to a standstill for over two hours on multiple roadways. Local......

Morocco Braces for Intense Thunderstorms: Red Alert Issued Across Multiple Provinces

Morocco's General Directorate of Meteorology has issued a red weather alert, warning of "very heavy" thunderstorms set to impact several provinces across the country. The severe weather event, expected to begin today and continue through Sunday, promises to bring significant rainfall and......

Super Typhoon Yagi Devastates China: A Decade's Strongest Storm Hits Southern Coast

Super Typhoon Yagi made a catastrophic landfall in China on Friday, paralyzing daily life across the region. Officials have identified Yagi as potentially the most powerful storm to strike China’s southern coast in the past decade. As the largest storm in Asia this year and the second most formidable......

Moroccan City Emerges from Water Crisis as Treatment Plant Resumes Operations

The city of Beni Mellal and its surrounding areas in Morocco have recently emerged from a severe water shortage that left residents without access to water in their homes for over five days. The crisis, which caused significant distress among the local population, has now been resolved as water production......

Renewable-Powered Desalination: Morocco’s Innovative Solution to Water Scarcity  

As global water stress intensifies, Morocco is positioning itself at the forefront of a potential solution. Nestled on the Atlantic coast, the fishing town of Agadir is home to a cutting-edge desalination plant powered by renewable energy, offering a glimpse of how the world might tackle its growing......

Beni Mellal Water Crisis: Residents Endure Five Days Without Water

Residents of Beni Mellal, Afourar, and surrounding areas are grappling with a severe water shortage that has left them without running water in their homes for over five consecutive days. The crisis has sparked widespread frustration and calls for immediate action from local authorities. Online videos......

Agdez Dam: A Beacon of Hope Against Water Scarcity in Draa-Tafilalet

The Agdez Dam, inaugurated in April 2023 and situated approximately 100 kilometers from Zagora, is poised to play a pivotal role in addressing the region's water scarcity. This ambitious infrastructure project, spanning 940 hectares and rising 130 meters high, aims to significantly enhance the hydraulic......

Typhoon Shanshan: Japan Grapples with Widespread Disruption and Devastation

Trains and flights have been cancelled across Japan as Typhoon Shanshan, one of the strongest storms to hit the country in decades, wreaks havoc on cities in its path. The typhoon made landfall in south-western Japan on Thursday, resulting in at least six fatalities and over 100 injuries. Now downgraded......