Devastating Floods in Southern Morocco: 18 Dead, Many Missing

Torrential rains in southern Morocco have caused fatal floods, killing 18 people and leaving four missing. The violent deluge has affected several provinces, destroying homes, and damaging infrastructure, including roads, electricity, and water supply. Among the dead are three foreign nationals from Spain, Canada, and Peru.

Floods from torrential rains killed at least 18 people in the southern Morocco provinces of Tata, Tiznit, Errachidia, Tinghir, and Taroudant, authorities reported in their latest death toll on Monday.

At least four others are missing following the floods that ravaged many villages in the area on Saturday, officials added.

The fatalities include three foreign nationals from Spain, Canada, and Peru, according to the report. The floods resulted in the destruction of 56 homes, damage to 110 roads, and disruptions to electricity, water supply, and phone networks.

(With inputs from agencies.)