Morocco Issues Heatwave Warning: Orange Alert for Severe Temperatures

Morocco's Directorate General of Meteorology has issued a new weather alert, warning of an impending severe heatwave. The national weather service has set the vigilance level to orange, indicating a significant weather event.

The intense heat is forecast to begin on Tuesday and continue through Friday. During this period, temperatures are expected to soar across various regions of the country. Several provinces, including Zagora, Tata, Smara, Assa-Zag, Boujdour, and Oued Ed-Dahab, are bracing for temperatures ranging between 43 and 45 degrees Celsius.

Other areas will also experience high temperatures, with forecasts predicting readings between 40 and 43 degrees Celsius. These regions include Youssoufia, Beni Mellal, Khouribga, Errachidia, Khénifra, Boulemane, Chichaoua, Kercif, Taounate, Taza, Taroudant, Tinghir, Khouribga, Settat, Kalaat Sraghna, Marrakech, Rehamna, Figuig, Jerada, Oujda-Angad, Taourirt, and Guelmim.

The alert serves as a crucial warning for residents to take necessary precautions against the extreme heat. Citizens are advised to stay hydrated, avoid prolonged exposure to the sun, and take measures to protect vulnerable individuals.