Morocco Endures Severe Weather Conditions from Storm “Jana”

Morocco is experiencing severe weather due to storm “Jana,” with significant snowfall, heavy rainfall, and strong winds affecting various regions. The General Directorate of Meteorology has issued multiple alerts, urging citizens to remain cautious and follow official updates for safety.

Morocco is currently enduring severe weather conditions due to storm “Jana,” as reported by Houcine Youaabed, the head of the communication department at the General Directorate of Meteorology (DGM). This atmospheric disturbance has resulted in moderate disruptions nationwide, particularly intense in the northern regions, including the Rif area. Youaabed explained that storm Jana originated from a deep atmospheric depression recognized by the Spanish meteorological agency, which has significantly impacted parts of western and southern Europe before reaching Morocco.

The DGM cautioned that this storm, accompanied by cold air, will affect Morocco from Sunday through Tuesday, leading to serious weather conditions across various regions. Affected areas include the northern, central, eastern, and some southern provinces, indicating the need for citizens to stay alert and follow official weather advisories. Moroccans are encouraged to consistently monitor updates for their safety.

The forecast entails significant snowfall of 40 to 70 centimeters above 1,500 meters, specifically in the provinces of Ifrane, Azilal, Béni Mellal, and Midelt, effective from Saturday at 12:00 PM until Monday at 1:00 PM, as per the DGM’s red-level alert. In addition, an orange-level alert has been issued for other regions, predicting snowfall of 20 to 40 centimeters.

Moreover, heavy rainfall anticipated from Saturday at 10:30 AM to Monday at 6:00 PM is expected in several provinces, leading to accumulations between 80 to 150 millimeters in areas such as Tanger-Assilah and Al Hoceima. An orange-level alert for rainfall of 40 to 80 millimeters will also affect multiple provinces during the same timeframe.

Additionally, strong wind gusts of 70 to 95 kilometers per hour, coupled with local dust storms, are forecasted in several provinces starting Saturday at 10:30 AM. Some regions like Jerada and Nador will also encounter similar gusts under an orange-level alert. The DGM emphasized that these conditions necessitate vigilance and adherence to safety protocols during the storm’s duration.

In summary, Morocco faces significant challenges from storm Jana, which has introduced severe weather conditions across various regions. The General Directorate of Meteorology has issued alerts for heavy snowfall, rainfall, and strong winds, advising citizens to remain vigilant and informed. The impact is widespread, requiring safety measures to be observed by the population until these weather disturbances subside.

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