Moroccan authorities announced on Saturday that 35 of the 44 roadways closed due to widespread flooding have been reopened. The Ministry of Equipment and Water stated that work is ongoing to fully restore access to the remaining affected routes.
The road closures were caused by intense rainstorms that triggered flash flooding in several valleys, particularly impacting rural and mountainous regions. Emergency response teams were dispatched to repair roads in the provinces hardest hit by the storms, including Tata, Zagora, Ouarzazate, Taroudant, and other areas.
Efforts are still underway to reopen key routes, including National Route 17 between Foum Zguid and Tata, and National Route 7 connecting Taroudant to Tata.
Among the hardest-hit areas is the Tata region, where severe flooding even affected the town of Tata itself. The Ministry reported that intervention teams, working in coordination with local authorities, have prioritized reopening major roads leading into the city. National Route 17, which connects to National Route 7, remains a focus in the ongoing relief efforts.
Since the storms began on September 19, significant disruption has been reported across the country. A total of 44 road sections were initially closed due to flooding, temporarily isolating some areas.
The affected regions include Tata, Zagora, Ouarzazate, Assa-Zag, Boulemane, Taroudant, Tinghir, Smara, Jerada, and Figuig.
In response to the damage, the Moroccan government mobilized over 210 personnel, including engineers, technicians, and vehicle operators, as well as more than 100 pieces of heavy machinery, such as graders, loaders, excavators, and bulldozers.
Several major highways and regional roads remain partially closed as the Ministry works to restore full functionality.
Among the affected routes are National Route 7 between Taroudant and Tata, National Route 9 linking Ouarzazate and Zagora, and National Route 10, which connects Ouarzazate with Tinghir and Errachidia with Bouanane.
In addition, roads such as National Route 14 between Smara and Jdiriya, National Route 15 connecting Guercif, Outat El Haj, and Midelt, and National Route 17 between Tata and Zagora are still impacted.
Regional routes like Route 103 from Assa-Zag to Al Mahbès, Route 111 between Tata and Ouarzazate, Route 307 between Skoura and Ghassate, and Route 708 between Gourrama and Beni Tajjite remain partially affected.
The Ministry of Equipment and Water has urged citizens to remain cautious while traveling, particularly in areas that are still vulnerable to flash floods and road washouts. Drivers are advised to avoid non-essential travel in regions experiencing ongoing rainfall and to follow local safety guidelines.