Tragedy in Boulemane Province: Septuagenarian dies after being struck by lightning; flash floods hit Aït Bazza

The commune of Aït Bazza, in the Boulemane province, witnessed tragic consequences and material damage last Wednesday as a result of sudden and violent weather fluctuations, characterized by heavy rainfall and powerful thunderstorms that struck the region.

Septuagenarian killed by lightning strike

According to available data, this extreme weather phenomenon resulted in the death of a woman in her seventies after she was directly struck by lightning during the heavy downpour. This painful incident has left the local community in deep shock as they faced extremely difficult weather conditions.

Flash floods and material damage in the region

The impact of these weather fluctuations was not limited to human loss but extended to material damage. The heavy rains triggered flash floods and a notable rise in water levels in several waterways and valleys crossing the Aït Bazza commune and surrounding areas, threatening local infrastructure and causing varying degrees of material damage.

Local authorities and relevant services continue to monitor the situation closely to assess the extent of the damage caused by these floods and provide necessary support to the residents affected by the aftermath of these exceptional thunderstorms.