Motorists have been urged to postpone non-essential journeys across several Moroccan provinces on Wednesday and Thursday as heavy thunderstorms and strong winds threaten to flood roads and disrupt traffic.
The Ministry of Equipment and Water issued the warning following a weather alert from the General Directorate of Meteorology (DGM), which forecasts up to 110 millimeters of rain in parts of the country on November 11 and 12.
Drivers have been advised to avoid travelling at night, when poor visibility could make flooded stretches and waterlogged crossings difficult to identify.
The ministry warned motorists not to attempt to cross submerged roads, particularly in low-lying areas and at crossings over riverbeds and seasonal streams, where water levels could rise rapidly during heavy downpours.
It also urged drivers to reduce speed, avoid sudden maneuvers and unnecessary overtaking, and maintain a safe distance from other vehicles.
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Those who must travel have been asked to check their vehicles before setting out, including brakes, tires, lights, windscreen wipers, battery, fuel levels, washer fluid and heating systems.
Motorists were told to observe road signs and follow instructions issued by local authorities and the ministry’s teams deployed in the field.
According to the DGM alert, rainfall of between 80mm and 110mm is expected in Taza, Chefchaouen, Al Hoceima, Ouezzane, Tetouan, Sidi Kacem and Taounate.
A further 50mm to 80mm is forecast in Kenitra, Essaouira, Larache, Sidi Slimane, Agadir-Ida-Ou-Tanane, Rabat, Salé and Skhirat-Témara.
Casablanca and several surrounding provinces are among the areas expected to receive between 30mm and 50mm, along with Tangier-Assilah, M’diq-Fnideq, Fahs-Anjra, Mohammedia, Nouaceur, Mediouna, Berrechid and Benslimane.
The same rainfall range is forecast for Safi, El Jadida, Fez, El Hajeb, Ifrane, Sefrou, Tiznit, Moulay Yacoub, Meknes, Khemisset, Sidi Bennour, Inezgane-Ait Melloul, Taroudant and Chtouka-Ait Baha.
Strong wind gusts accompanied by blowing dust are also expected in several provinces.
The ministry said road users seeking information on travel conditions could contact the General Directorate of Roads’ on-call center at 05 37 71 17 17.
