Morocco is on high alert as Storm Francis, a potent Atlantic disturbance, approaches, bringing strong winds, heavy rainfall, and snowfall to several regions from Friday. Authorities have issued red and orange-level alerts, urging citizens to exercise caution and prepare for potential disruptions as the storm peaks on Saturday.
Moroccan banks have successively sounded the alarm over a surge in online scams, where fraudsters pose as financial institutions to extract sensitive information. In response to these phishing attempts, banks are urging their clients to remain vigilant and are reminding them never to share personal data.
The British government has issued new travel recommendations for its citizens visiting Maghreb countries. Despite the terrorist risk, Morocco is considered relatively safer compared to Algeria, Tunisia, Mauritania, and Libya.