Morocco's dam water levels exceed 73%, offering relief amid heatwave

Morocco's dam water reserves have reached a reassuring 73.77% of total capacity, a substantial improvement from the 38.16% recorded at the same time last year. This increase, totaling over 12.5 billion cubic meters, offers significant relief as the country experiences a severe heatwave that typically heightens concerns about water resource depletion.

The Tansift basin leads the nation with an impressive 92.86% fill rate, ensuring ample water for its vital dams like Yakoub Mansour and Abou El Abbas Sabti. Following closely are the Loukkous basin at 88.17%, supported by the Wadi El Makhazen dam, and the Sebou basin at 86.73%, bolstered by the Al Wahda dam. The Bou Regreg basin also shows strong performance with an 86.27% fill rate.

Basins with moderate levels include Moulouya at 65.23% and Oum Er-Rbia at 64.30%. The latter benefits from improved reserves in major dams like Bin El Ouidane, which is expected to positively impact agriculture and drinking water supply in its region.

Lower, yet still significant, fill rates are observed in the Souss Massa basin at 52.61% and the Ziz-Ghris basin at 47.54%. The Draa-Oued Noun basin has the lowest percentage at 38.38%, but current resources remain essential for the area's needs pending future rainfall. Overall, the national water situation appears stable and improved compared to the previous year.