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Morocco Wildfires Rise 32 Percent
Since the beginning of 2026 until July 20th, Morocco has recorded 310 wildfires that have consumed 1,850 hectares, representing a 32% increase compared to the same period last year, despite a 30% decrease in the burned areas. The rise in the number of fires is attributed to the dense growth of grass cover resulting from exceptional rainfall and heat waves, which increased the drought conditions of the vegetation, making it more susceptible to ignition. Despite the increasing number of fires, intervention and prevention efforts have been effective, with authorities managing to contain most fires and reduce the affected areas. The Souss-Massa region led in burned area with 600 hectares, while the Rabat-Salé-Kénitra region recorded the highest number of fires, with 80 incidents. Multiple agencies collaborated to face these risks, and there has been a call to continue mobilization during August and September to further reduce forest fires.
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