Emergency Water Supply Disruption Hits Fes Due to Main Pipeline Break
On Thursday, July 23, 2026, residents of southern Fes faced an unexpected interruption in their drinking water supply, coinciding with a significant rise in temperatures that has increased the demand for this essential resource. The disruption stems from a sudden break in the main water pipeline connected to the Idriss I dam, as reported by the regional multi-service company Fes-Meknes. The incident occurred on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, and has led to considerable fluctuations in water pressure and temporary supply outages, particularly affecting southern districts in Fes and some neighborhoods in Meknes.
In response to the situation, the water utility company has announced the implementation of an exceptional water supply program that will introduce a rotational distribution system among the affected neighborhoods. This measure aims to ensure a fair and balanced allocation of the limited water resources available while providing the minimum service level until the necessary repairs are completed and normal water supply is restored. The company has yet to specify a timeline for when residents can expect the water to flow freely again.
Despite the challenges presented by this break, the technical teams from the National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water are actively working to address the issue. They have mobilized all available resources to expedite the repairs, assuring residents that the drinking water supply will gradually return to normal as soon as the works are completed. This recent disruption follows several similar incidents in the past months, which have left residents without water for extended periods.
As reported by kech24.com.
