Rabat – Education authorities in the Tetouan region decided to halt classes on Monday across all public and private schools, as difficult weather conditions raise safety concerns.
The regional directorate of the Ministry of National Education said the move follows an alert issued by the General Directorate of Meteorology (DGM), which warned of heavy rainfall across several parts of the region.
Forecasts also point to rising water levels in valleys, a factor that weighed heavily in the decision.
According to the same source, the suspension reflects recommendations from the regional vigilance cell and close coordination with regional authorities and the Regional Academy of Education and Training.
Officials said the measure seeks to protect students, teachers, and administrative staff amid weather conditions that may disrupt travel and access to schools.
All citizens are urged to remain cautious and follow official announcements until weather conditions stabilize.
More broadly, Morocco has faced a stretch of intense rainfall that has put pressure on several provinces and regions, particularly in the north.
In recent days, heavy downpours led to flooding in urban areas, overflow in valleys, and major disruption to daily life. In cities such as Ksar El Kebir, which also suspended classes from February 2 to 7, flood waters rose high above the streets and cut access to routes, causing emergency services to intervene to limit damage and protect residents.
The rainfall also had a direct effect on water infrastructure, with several dams recording sharp rises in reserves over short periods.
While the improved water levels bring relief after years of drought, the rapid inflow raised safety concerns downstream, especially near rivers and low-lying areas.
Authorities are carrying out controlled releases in some basins and reinforcing monitoring measures, as weather alerts urged caution across affected regions.
