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Morocco Evacuates 50,000 Amid Catastrophic Flooding Crisis

2/3/2026

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On February 2, 2026, Morocco evacuated over 50,000 residents from Ksar el-Kebir due to severe flooding.
Local resident Hicham Ajttou described the city as a "ghost town," with markets and shops closed.
Authorities established shelters and restricted entry into the city as the Loukkos River overflowed.
Electricity was cut, and schools were closed.
The floods were exacerbated by water released from the Oued Makhazine dam, which was at full capacity; the army deployed rescue units and equipment as evacuations continued in Sidi Kacem.

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Story summary

On February 2, 2026, Morocco evacuated over 50,000 residents from Ksar el-Kebir due to severe flooding.
Local resident Hicham Ajttou described the city as a "ghost town," with markets and shops closed.
Authorities established shelters and restricted entry into the city as the Loukkos River overflowed.
Electricity was cut, and schools were closed.
The floods were exacerbated by water released from the Oued Makhazine dam, which was at full capacity; the army deployed rescue units and equipment as evacuations continued in Sidi Kacem.