DR ‹ › Seven people were killed and 20 others injured as of Sunday, December 14, after exceptionally intense thunderstorms triggered sudden flash floods in the Safi province, local authorities said. The victims died as powerful torrents swept through parts of the city, flooding homes and commercial shops. The injured were transported to Mohammed V Hospital, where they remain under medical care. De fortes pluies ont transformé les rues de Safi en véritables torrents, provoquant d'importants dégâts matériels et perturbant la circulation #Safi #PluiesIntenses #UrgenceClimatique #Inondations pic.twitter.com/dJEGBP382P — Yabiladi.com (@yabiladi_fr) December 14, 2025 The floods caused major material damage across Safi, particularly in the old medina. An initial assessment found that rainwater inundated around 70 homes and shops in areas such as Bir Anzarane Street and Sidi Boudhab Square. Around ten vehicles were swept away, and the road connecting Safi to the Hrara rural commune sustained damages, while several routes within the city were closed to traffic. Videos shared online showed cars being carried off by the floods and homes almost completely submerged under rainwater. Authorities have mobilized all emergency teams and resources to respond to the crisis, support residents, and repair damaged infrastructure. Search efforts are still underway to locate any missing persons and restore road access and essential services.
