For the first time in 50 years, the Sahara Desert experienced flooding following an unexpected spell of heavy rain in southeastern Morocco. The rare weather event caused Lake Iriqui, a well-known dry lake bed, to fill up, as revealed by satellite images showing the dramatic transformation.
This region of Morocco usually experiences minimal rainfall, particularly in late summer. However, in September, two days of rain brought more precipitation than the yearly average, exceeding expectations in areas that typically receive less than 250 millimeters of rain annually.
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The region of Tata was among the hardest hit. The village of Tagounite, located about 450 kilometers south of Rabat, recorded over 100 millimeters of rainfall within just 24 hours, marking a historic event for the arid landscape.
The rare flooding has captivated environmental observers and locals alike, highlighting the unexpected power of nature in a place where rain is usually a distant memory.
