These orderly evacuations were widely described as one of the largest and most effective evacuations in the region, carried out with discipline and organizational clarity. International outlets also pointed to Morocco’s effective use of early-warning systems, which enabled authorities to activate emergency plans days before the arrival of the storm. In their analysis, these international outlets also drew comparisons with responses in neighboring countries experiencing similar storms at the same time. Media coverage described Morocco’s approach as a point of contrast that spotlighted the weaknesses of the Portuguese response and the strengths of Morocco’s emergency governance. International outlets noted that such decisions required precise timing and coordination, and they praised Morocco’s authorities for managing them effectively.

Source: The North Africa Journal February 09, 2026 12:42 UTC