A plume of Saharan dust from Morocco is heading toward Spain and the United Kingdom, threatening to cause “blood rain.” This weather phenomenon is severely degrading air quality and disrupting the tourism sector.
The National Meteorological Directorate has issued an orange alert bulletin forecasting heavy snowfall from Tuesday in several provinces of the Kingdom. The Atlas peaks will be particularly affected by this phenomenon, which will persist until Thursday.
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The depressions that struck the Kingdom in recent weeks caused the deaths of four people and displaced 188 000 residents in the provinces of Kénitra, Larache, Sidi Kacem and Sidi Slimane. Although 110 000 hectares were flooded, these intense rainfalls brought an end to a prolonged period of drought, triggering a radical transformation of the landscape.
Since 11:30 this Thursday, several regions have been experiencing “strong wind gusts accompanied by sand or dust storms.” Placed under orange weather alert, this weather event is marked by wind speeds “ranging between 75 and 110 km/h.”
Morocco is establishing itself as a leading destination for travelers seeking winter sunshine , offering mild temperatures and attractive prices. With the thermometer nearing 30 degrees, the kingdom is particularly appealing to water sports enthusiasts.
Starting this Tuesday, 24 February 2026, an exceptional southerly flow will propel hot air coming directly from Morocco toward mainland France. This weather phenomenon is accompanied by a massive transport of desert dust, which is expected to transform the appearance of the sky and worsen air quality across a large part of the country.
From this Tuesday, 24 February 2026, France will experience a spectacular spring-like shift. Under the influence of a mass of warm air arriving directly from Morocco , temperatures will soar to levels typical of May, reaching 7 to 10°C above seasonal averages.
Following the exceptional floods of December 14, 2025 , the government is rolling out an emergency assistance program in Safi. The initiative provides compensation for affected households, support for traders, and repairs to local infrastructure.
Moroccan authorities have ordered the gradual return of residents evacuated from the north of the country, following devastating floods that claimed at least eight lives. An emergency rehabilitation plan has been unlocked to support the affected areas.
Morocco announced on Thursday an emergency fund of 3 billion dirhams (276 million euros) to support the victims of the devastating floods in the northwest of the country , where historic rains have submerged villages and farmland.
The Directorate General of Meteorology (DGM) has issued an orange alert for the end of the week. Heavy thunderstorms, accompanied by hail and strong winds, will sweep across several regions of the Kingdom from Friday morning to Saturday morning.