At least 21 people have been killed and 32 injured after sudden flash floods struck Morocco’s Atlantic coastal province of Safi following an hour of intense rainfall. Authorities confirmed the casualties on Sunday, noting that most of the injured have since been discharged from hospitals. The downpour inundated more than 70 homes and shops in Safi’s old city, swept away vehicles, and damaged several roads, disrupting transport routes across the port area.

Local residents described the event as devastating, with one calling it “a black day.” The Moroccan weather service has forecast further heavy rainfall across the country through Tuesday, marking a dramatic shift after seven years of severe drought. Emergency teams continue rescue and recovery operations amid fears of additional flooding.

The incident highlights Morocco’s growing vulnerability to extreme weather events linked to climate variability. Authorities are expected to review urban drainage systems and disaster preparedness as rainfall patterns become increasingly unpredictable.

At least 19 people were killed and 16 others injured when two adjacent four-story buildings collapsed early Wednesday in the historic city of Fez, Morocco, according to state media reports. The incident occurred in the Al-Mustaqbal district, where eight families lived in the two structures. Emergency teams, including local authorities, security forces, and civil protection units, quickly launched search and rescue operations.

State broadcaster SNRT reported that the buildings had visible cracks and were in a state of long-term neglect. Despite known structural risks, local authorities reportedly failed to take preventive measures. Reuters noted it could not independently verify the extent of the damage, and the Interior Ministry did not immediately comment.

The collapse comes two months after protests in Fez over deteriorating living conditions and inadequate public services. The tragedy has renewed scrutiny of Morocco’s urban safety standards, particularly in aging neighborhoods of major cities, where maintenance and enforcement remain inconsistent.