Morocco's General Directorate of Meteorology issued a weather alert on Wednesday for Thursday, April 9, 2026, warning of strong wind gusts accompanied by sandstorms across several provinces of the kingdom. Wind speeds are expected to range between 70 and 80 km/h in the affected areas.
The alert covers provinces in multiple regions of Morocco, where residents and travelers are advised to exercise caution. Sandstorm conditions can significantly reduce visibility and pose risks to road safety, outdoor activities, and vulnerable populations.
Authorities have urged citizens to stay informed through official meteorological bulletins and to take necessary precautions, including avoiding unnecessary travel during peak wind periods and securing loose outdoor objects. The General Directorate of Meteorology regularly issues color-coded weather bulletins to alert the public to hazardous conditions.
Such wind events are not uncommon in Morocco, particularly during spring months when pressure gradients between the Sahara and the Atlantic coast can generate strong southerly and southeasterly winds carrying dust and sand northward across the country.
