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Morocco’s Safi Flash Flood Emergency Relief
Safi, Morocco — Since Sunday, December 14, a humanitarian crisis is unfolding in the western region of Morocco as the death toll from a series of catastrophic flash floods climbs to 37. After years of drought, the hardened soil couldn’t absorb the rain, leading to widespread destruction and devastating communities.
Impact at a Glance:
- Death toll: 37 lives lost; dozens more injured and/or missing
- Infrastructure: Widespread destruction of 70 homes and businesses
- Environment: Several years of drought resulted in massive soil erosion
How You Can Help
Your support translates directly to life-saving aid and urgent emergency relief to those affected by these catastrophic floods.
Focus on Morocco
Morocco is slowly becoming more arid and is highly vulnerable to climate change. Increased temperatures and changing rainfall patterns are expected to lead to recurring drought and a subsequent decrease in agricultural productivity. In turn, families across the country are projected to suffer loss of livelihood and major food insecurity.
Our Dedication to Morocco
Earlier this year, IRUSA committed to help families across Morocco. In addition to our initial emergency response, our focus is on long-term development assistance to help pull vulnerable communities out of the cycle of poverty.
A few interventions include:
- Food aid
- Sustainable livelihood support including employment opportunities for young entrepreneurs with climate resilient business ideas
- Emergency aid, including healthcare, shelter, hygiene kits, and winter aid (when applicable) for families affected by natural disasters including earthquakes
