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Morocco's mountainous regions are preparing for significant snowfall this weekend, as the Directorate General of Meteorology (DGM) issues an orange-level alert for multiple provinces. The weather system is expected to bring substantial snow accumulation from Saturday through Monday, potentially affecting......
Emotional ceremonies unfolded across Asia on December 26, 2024, marking the 20th anniversary of the deadliest tsunami in recorded history, a catastrophe that claimed over 220,000 lives across 14 countries the day after Christmas in 2004. The disaster was triggered by a magnitude 9.1 earthquake off the......
At the second edition of the National Forum on Advanced Regionalization, Adil Barakat, President of the Béni Mellal-Khénifra Regional Council, addressed crucial issues facing his region, including the water shortage and climate challenges. In an exclusive statement to Walaw, he praised......
Morocco's autumn of 2024 has entered the record books as one of the most scorching seasons in the nation's history, with November temperatures soaring to unprecedented levels. The Directorate General of Meteorology (DGM) reports that the season ranked fourth-hottest overall, marked by a temperature......
Ice tsunamis, also known as ice shoves or ice pushes, are a rare but formidable natural phenomenon that threaten cold regions across the globe. Unlike their aquatic counterparts, these frozen waves move with a slow but relentless momentum, capable of inflicting significant damage on coastal infrastructure.......
The National Institute for Fisheries Research (INRH) held its 31st Council Session on Friday in Rabat, chaired by the Secretary of State responsible for Maritime Fisheries. This pivotal meeting focused on presenting and approving the 2025 scientific action plan and budget. In her opening remarks,......
In a historic move aimed at cementing his legacy on climate action, President Joe Biden has announced an ambitious goal to reduce U.S. greenhouse gas emissions by more than 60% by 2035. This new target, unveiled just weeks before Biden’s departure from office, underscores his administration’s......
The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria (SPDC) has confirmed an oil leak at the Bonny Oil Export Terminal but reassured that the incident will not disrupt its oil export activities. Gladys Afam-Anadu, SPDC’s Media Relations Manager, stated on Monday that investigations are currently......
In the past three months, the reservoirs of Morocco’s dams have increased by just one billion cubic meters, a marginal rise considering the country's water demands. Between September 1 and mid-December 2024, Morocco experienced below-average precipitation levels, ranging from 3.6 mm to 132......
The BBNJ Agreement, focused on the conservation and sustainable use of marine biodiversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction, marks a significant milestone in the protection and sustainable management of ocean resources. The agreement is seen as a critical tool for addressing the challenges facing......
A New Report Highlights Morocco's Challenges in Tackling Climate Change and Water Scarcity The Moroccan Court of Auditors has issued a compelling call to action, urging the government to accelerate its response to the climate crisis. Central to its recommendations is placing the National Commission......
At least 11 people have been confirmed dead after Cyclone Chido struck the Mayotte Islands, making it the most severe storm to hit the French archipelago in nearly 90 years. The cyclone’s ferocity has left widespread damage, and authorities are struggling to determine the full scale of the disaster......
The 16th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) concluded in Riyadh with the adoption of 35 resolutions aimed at addressing critical environmental challenges. These measures focus on combating land degradation and drought, managing......