Morocco Faces Elevated Fire Risks: Analysis by ANEF
The National Agency for Water and Forests (ANEF) has identified significant fire risks across various regions in Morocco, particularly between September 11 and 15, 2026. The agency reported extreme fire hazards in regions such as Fahs-Anjra, Tanger-Assilah, Taounate, Taza, Essaouira, and Taroudannt, highlighting the urgent need for precautionary measures to mitigate the risk of wildfires.
In addition to the regions facing extreme risks, elevated fire hazards have also been noted in provinces including Al Hoceïma, Chefchaouen, Larache, Ouezzane, Tétouan, M'Diq-Fnideq, El-Hajeb, Sefrou, Moulay Yacoub, Kénitra, Sidi Kacem, Sidi Slimane, Khémisset, Rabat, Salé, Skhirate-Témara, Azilal, Béni Mellal, Benslimane, Settat, Mohammadia, Nouaceur, Al-Haouz, and Agadir-Ida-Ou-Tanane. Furthermore, the report indicates a moderate risk level in provinces such as Driouch, Nador, Taourirt, Guercif, Meknès, Ifrane, Khénifra, and Midelt.
These predictions are crucial for preemptive actions against forest fires, allowing authorities to implement better prevention strategies based on scientific models and risk assessment maps. These assessments also take into account various factors including the types of forests, their combustibility levels, and climatic conditions across the regions. The ANEF urges the public to remain vigilant and adopt necessary precautions to prevent the outbreak of forest fires.
As reported by yabiladi.com.
