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The Day · Tuesday 16 December 2025

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Death Toll from Floods Rises to 37 in Western Morocco

The number of fatalities resulting from recent floods in western Morocco has climbed to 37. Authorities have yet to release further details, and rescue efforts continue in the affected areas. The rising toll highlights the growing impact of the disaster across the western part of the country.

SAFI, MOROCCO – DECEMBER 15: Teams continue their work across the city to repair and clean up the damage caused by the flood in the mud covered streets of the Safi, Morocco on December 15, 2025. The death toll from flash floods in the western city of Safi rose to 21, Moroccan authorities announced. Search and rescue operations are ongoing, and necessary measures have been taken to secure the affected areas and provide support to residents, it added. ( Stringer – Anadolu Agency )

The death toll from floods in western Morocco has risen to 37, according to emerging reports. The fatalities, caused as a result of persistent flooding, represent a significant loss in the western region of the country. While official sources have yet to release comprehensive details regarding the damage or rescue efforts, the latest figure underscores the alarming severity of the floods that have swept through the area.

Residents in the affected regions have reported rising water levels and continuous rainfall, which have significantly contributed to the mounting toll. Authorities remain engaged in search and rescue operations, trying to reach isolated communities and provide emergency assistance where possible. The western part of Morocco, already dealing with challenging conditions, now bears the brunt of this natural calamity.

The growing number of casualties reflects the magnitude of the situation on the ground. As floodwaters continue to affect roads, homes, and public infrastructure, the response teams aim to mitigate further loss of life. The priority remains stabilizing affected neighborhoods and restoring communication between cut-off zones.

Meanwhile, families continue to await updates on loved ones, with many still unaccounted for due to limited access brought on by washed-out routes and persistent water levels. Western Morocco faces mounting challenges, as displaced residents seek shelter, and humanitarian efforts struggle to keep pace with the scale of the disaster.

In addition, logistics and emergency planning have come under review, as gaps in coordination have slowed down response times in several remote locations. Local authorities are under pressure to ensure adequate aid reaches the most vulnerable, as every hour proves critical in preventing the toll from rising beyond the current figure of 37.

From its side, the western region’s administrative leadership has remained largely silent on the next steps, signaling a slow and under-resourced reaction capacity. The figures released so far may not yet reflect the full scope of the devastation, as assessments remain ongoing and communication remains fragmented due to damage in several key sectors.

As the affected communities grapple with loss and uncertainty, infrastructure appears heavily compromised, raising concerns about the continued impact of the floods in days to come. Medical supplies and clean water access have reportedly become increasingly scarce, exacerbating the humanitarian dimension of the crisis.

This latest update—confirming the toll at 37—highlights not only the ferocity of the flooding but also the urgent need for strategic support across western Morocco. With no clear timeline for waters to recede, the population remains vulnerable to further displacement and risk.

16 Dec, 23:09

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