Casablanca – Morocco has officially declared several flood-affected provinces in the northwest as disaster zones and launched a comprehensive recovery and compensation program valued at approximately $309 million, following severe flooding caused by exceptional weather conditions over the past two months. The measures aim to support affected populations, restore damaged infrastructure, and revive agricultural activity in one of the country’s most productive regions.
The disaster designation applies to the provinces of Larache, Kenitra, Sidi Kacem, and Sidi Slimane, located in the fertile Gharb and Loukkos plains. These areas play a central role in Morocco’s agricultural production, supplying cereals, vegetables, oilseeds, and livestock. The floods caused widespread damage to farmland, homes, and infrastructure, disrupting economic activity and displacing large numbers of residents.
Severe flooding impacts farmland, homes, and infrastructure
According to official figures, floodwaters submerged more than 110,000 hectares of land, resulting in extensive agricultural losses and damaging irrigation systems and rural infrastructure. Residential areas and small towns were also affected, forcing authorities to evacuate approximately 188,000 people from high-risk zones to ensure their safety.
In addition to farmland damage, roads, bridges, water systems, and communication networks were severely affected. These disruptions limited mobility, slowed economic activity, and created additional challenges for emergency response teams. Many households suffered property damage, while small businesses and farmers faced losses that could affect their income for months.
The declaration of disaster zones enables authorities to activate emergency support programs and compensation systems designed to assist victims and accelerate reconstruction.
$309 million recovery program focuses on reconstruction and economic recovery
The national recovery plan allocates funding across several key sectors to address urgent humanitarian needs and support long-term rebuilding efforts.
The largest portion, approximately $175.3 million, has been allocated to rebuilding and repairing infrastructure, including roads, irrigation networks, water management facilities, and essential service systems. These investments are critical to restoring connectivity and enabling the return of normal economic activity.
About $79.9 million will support housing recovery, including rehousing displaced families, compensating households for lost income, and repairing or reconstructing damaged homes and small businesses.
Emergency response and humanitarian assistance will receive approximately $23.2 million, which will be used to provide temporary shelter, essential supplies, and immediate support to affected populations.
The agricultural sector will benefit from approximately $30.9 million in financial support to help farmers and livestock breeders recover losses, restore damaged production systems, and resume agricultural activity.
Direct financial assistance supports affected households
Direct financial aid forms a key part of the government’s response and is designed to help families address immediate needs and rebuild their lives.
Eligible households may receive up to $619 in emergency financial assistance. Additional compensation includes up to $1,550 for repairing partially damaged homes and small businesses and up to $14,450 for rebuilding homes that were completely destroyed.
Authorities have introduced digital procedures to accelerate aid distribution. Families can submit assistance requests electronically, allowing officials to verify eligibility and process payments more efficiently. At the same time, specialized local committees are conducting on-site assessments to evaluate damage and ensure fair distribution of compensation.
These measures aim to provide rapid relief while ensuring transparency and accuracy in determining compensation.
Insurance compensation provides additional financial protection
In addition to government aid, insured residents may receive compensation through Morocco’s catastrophe insurance system, which covers damage caused by natural disasters such as floods.
Compensation can reach up to approximately $206,186 for residential buildings and up to $41,237 for household contents, depending on policy conditions and damage assessments.
Vehicle owners with comprehensive insurance coverage that includes catastrophe protection may also receive compensation for flood-related damage, provided they follow claims procedures and submit required documentation within established deadlines.
For individuals without insurance coverage, Morocco’s public solidarity fund provides financial assistance, ensuring broader access to compensation and helping vulnerable households recover from losses.
Agricultural recovery and economic stabilization remain priorities
The floods have highlighted the vulnerability of agricultural regions to extreme weather events. The Gharb and Loukkos plains are among Morocco’s most productive agricultural areas, and restoring agricultural activity is essential for protecting rural livelihoods and maintaining food supply stability.
Government support programs include financial assistance for farmers, restoration of irrigation systems, and support for replacing damaged crops and agricultural inputs such as seeds and fertilizers.
These efforts are expected to accelerate recovery in rural areas and reduce the long-term economic impact of the floods.
Comprehensive national response strengthens resilience
The recovery program reflects Morocco’s broader efforts to improve disaster preparedness and strengthen resilience against climate-related risks. By combining financial assistance, infrastructure reconstruction, agricultural support, and insurance compensation, authorities aim to restore normal living conditions and support affected communities.
The implementation of this program is expected to play a key role in stabilizing flood-affected regions, restoring economic activity, and strengthening national preparedness for future natural disasters.
