A 25-year study in Essaouira province shows that the argan forest partially stabilized after the decline caused by drought between 2012 and 2016, without returning to its previous trajectory. Coastal areas remain the most vulnerable.
In Toulouse supermarkets, some tomatoes are sold for up to 7.45 euros per kilo, compared with 1.89 euros for a variety imported from Morocco. A spectacular gap as the price of vine tomatoes has jumped by 31% in one year.
In Errachidia, the immediate proximity of a densely vegetated area can lower surface temperatures by more than 5 °C. A new scientific study precisely measures how far this cooling effect extends in this pre-Saharan city particularly exposed to heat.
Hundreds of passengers traveling to Nador waited for several hours in scorching heat at the port of Sète, before learning that part of their GNV ferry’s air conditioning was out of order . To leave anyway, some say they had to sign a waiver.
Rabat authorities are removing awnings installed in front of grocery stores and small shops. In the intense heat, goods remain exposed to the sun, and some business owners have to use cardboard or plastic to recreate a little shade.
A subtropical air mass coming directly from Morocco will cause a sharp rise in temperatures in France. From Tuesday, the southwest will be hit first, before very high heat extends to three-quarters of the country on Wednesday.
During an intense heat wave in Courbevoie, a 51-year-old building caretaker of Moroccan origin saved an 88-year-old tenant in the nick of time . Thanks to his vigilance, this former activities coordinator from Agadir prevented a tragedy during these extreme temperatures.
Weather is becoming unpredictable in many regions of Morocco. Until Saturday, an orange alert warns of extreme heat exceeding 40°C in the South, while heavy rainfall and strong gusts will sweep through other regions.
Several Moroccan regions will experience intense heat this weekend with maximum temperatures reaching 41°C. Coastal areas will maintain a milder climate, before a slight overall drop in temperatures expected for the beginning of next week.
Fleeing the heat wave, vacationers are flocking to Casablanca’s coastline. Facing illegal vendors, a crackdown is underway. Associations demand the immediate eradication of this summer extortion and impeccable cleanliness throughout the season.
To celebrate Eid Al-Adha, many Moroccans living abroad have set their sights on Marrakech. Fleeing urban heat, these vacationers boost the local economy by favoring the comfort of hotel stays and leisure spaces.
As Eid al-Adha approaches, the intense heat wave hitting Morocco is alarming experts. Extreme temperatures accelerate bacterial proliferation, multiplying the risks of meat deterioration and serious food poisoning cases.