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Flash floods triggered by torrential rains in the Moroccan coastal city of Safi have killed at least 37 people. The disaster, the deadliest in at least a decade, swept cars and debris through the streets, especially impacting the historic Bab Chabaa district. Search and rescue operations are ongoing, and an investigation has been launched to determine responsibility for the scale of the damage. The floods follow a prolonged drought and record-breaking heat in Morocco, highlighting the increasing intensity of storms due to climate change.
News Article:
Moroccan City of Safi Devastated by Deadly Flash Floods; At Least 37 Dead
Safi, Morocco – At least 37 people have died in the coastal city of Safi, Morocco, after a sudden and devastating flash flood swept through the streets on Sunday. Torrential rains, dropping 37 millimeters (1.5 inches) of rain in a short period, overwhelmed the city’s infrastructure, turning streets into raging rivers of mud and debris.
The historic Bab Chabaa district, bisected by a river, bore the brunt of the disaster. The floodwaters swept away cars and bins, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. Safi, known for its terracotta pottery, saw its streets littered with shattered artisanal goods.
“The flooding in Safi is the deadliest of such disaster in at least a decade”
Search and rescue operations are still underway, with survivors receiving treatment at Mohammed V Hospital, two of whom remain in intensive care. Schools have been closed as the city struggles to clear the mud and debris.
Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch addressed parliament, expressing his condolences and noting the impact on merchants and workers. The Moroccan prosecutor’s office has launched an investigation to determine if negligence contributed to the severity of the damage.
The disaster comes as Morocco grapples with a prolonged drought and increasingly extreme weather patterns. The General Directorate of Meteorology (DGM) has warned of further thunderstorms in the coming days. Experts attribute the increased intensity of storms to climate change, as warmer temperatures allow the atmosphere to hold more moisture.
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