The Moroccan meteorological agency confirmed the impact of Hurricane Irene on the Moroccan coasts last week. Hussein Youab, head of the communication department, reported exceptional wave heights during the summer.
Youab indicated that some areas recorded “exceptional” high waves, attributing this to a low pressure system that originated in Ireland and transformed into Hurricane Irene, affecting the coastlines of Atlantic-facing countries.
Hurricane Irene is the first major hurricane of the Atlantic hurricane season for 2025, experiencing rapid and remarkable development, escalating from a tropical storm to a Category 5 hurricane in just 24 hours, marking one of the fastest intensification rates in Atlantic hurricane history. The storm began in the Atlantic Ocean and moved northward, passing through the Caribbean, with peak wind speeds reaching 255 km/h (160 mph).
On Thursday, September 4, the Ministry of Equipment announced that it had taken exceptional measures to protect maritime installations and the safety of personnel, especially on ongoing projects. Barriers were set up to mitigate “wave hazards.”
The impact of the hurricane has significantly diminished since the beginning of the week, although wave heights remain elevated in some areas, with ongoing recommendations to refrain from swimming and to follow safety guidelines.
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