Rabat: Moroccan authorities have evacuated more than 143,000 people in the flood-prone northwestern plains, the interior ministry said on Thursday, amid rising threats of inundation from heavy rain, swollen rivers and the release of more water from full dams. Authorities urged people in the affected areas to leave immediately and deployed the army to evacuate residents from the hardest-hit towns and set up temporary shelters.
According to Emirates News Agency, the evacuation is a precautionary measure in response to the increasing threat of flooding. The authorities have taken these steps to ensure the safety of residents in the region, as weather conditions continue to pose significant risks. The deployment of the army is aimed at facilitating the evacuation process and ensuring that those in the most vulnerable areas are moved to safety promptly. Temporary shelters have been established to accommodate the evacuees as they await further developments.