Alert Bulletin: Heavy Thunderstorms, Snowfall, and Strong Winds in Several Regions of the Kingdom
The General Directorate of Meteorology has announced unstable and potentially dangerous weather conditions for Saturday and Sunday, affecting several regions across the Kingdom. This orange-level alert warns of heavy thunderstorms, snowfall, and strong winds accompanied by dust storms.
Thunderstorms Accompanied by Hail
Locally strong thunderstorms with hail are expected, bringing accumulations of 30 to 40 mm of rain. The affected provinces include Ouezzane, Chefchaouen, Jerada, Figuig, Guercif, Taourirt, Sefrou, Moulay Yacoub, Taounate, Boulemane, Fès, and Taza. These disturbances are forecasted to occur from Saturday at 10:15 AM until Sunday at 10:00 AM.
Snowfall in the Mountains
Snowfall is also expected in mountainous areas over 1800 meters in altitude, with accumulations ranging from 10 to 20 cm. The provinces that will be affected include Midelt, Khénifra, Ifrane, Béni Mellal, Azilal, Al Haouz, Tinghir, Boulemane, Guercif, Taza, and Sefrou during Saturday and Sunday.
Strong Winds and Suspended Dust
Additionally, locally strong to violent winds with speeds ranging from 75 to 90 km/h are anticipated in several provinces, including Figuig, Jerada, Taourirt, Guercif, Taza, and Boulemane. These winds are expected to blow from midnight Sunday until 9 PM, with a risk of dust storms.
Authorities recommend that citizens remain vigilant and cautious, especially in affected areas, and to follow safety instructions issued by the relevant services.
