Archive · 16 Dec 2025
Flash floods kill 37 in Morocco's Safi
On December 14, 2023, very heavy rain in the city of Safi, Morocco, caused big floods.
These floods hurt many people and damaged homes and roads.
There is a discrepancy in the number of people who died, with one source saying 37 and another saying 21.
About 32 people were hurt, and most of them have left the hospital.
The rain was so strong that it flooded about 70 homes and shops, and it even swept away ten cars.
Many roads were also closed because of the water.
Rescue teams are still helping people in the area.
The floods also destroyed many businesses, and the government is investigating who might be responsible for the damage.
Flash floods in Safi, Morocco, killed at least 37 people and injured 32 others on December 14, 2023.
Heavy rain for a short period flooded around 70 homes and shops and swept away ten cars.
Many roads in Safi and its surroundings were cut off due to the flooding.
Rescue efforts are ongoing in the affected areas, with seven survivors still in hospital.
The Moroccan prosecutor's office has opened an investigation to determine responsibility for the extent of the damage.
- Who
- Residents and authorities in Safi, Morocco
- What
- Flash floods caused by heavy rain
- When
- December 14, 2023
- Where
- Safi, Morocco
- Why
- Torrential rains led to flash floods
Higher Death Toll
Lower Death Toll
Number of Fatalities
Higher Death Toll
37 people were killed
Lower Death Toll
21 people were killed
- Location
- Safi, Morocco
- Date
- December 14, 2023
- Fatalities
- 37 (Local Officials) / 21 (Reuters)
- Injuries
- 32 (Reuters) / 20 (Existing Summary)
- Affected Homes and Shops
- 70
- Cars Swept Away
- 10
- Roads Affected
- Many
- Rainfall
- 37 millimetres (1.5 inches) in a short period
- Survivors in Hospital
- 7 (2 in intensive care)
Sources
Flash floods kill seven people in Morocco’s Safi
Flash floods kill 14 people in Morocco’s Safi
Flash floods kill 21 people in Morocco’s Safi
At least 37 people killed in flash floods in Morocco
Flash floods kill at least 37 people in Morocco's Safi province
Flash floods kill at least 37 people in Morocco’s Safi province
37 People Killed In Flash Floods Swamps Coastal Region Of Morocco