DZWatch Exclusive: Significant weather disturbances are anticipated across numerous Algerian provinces, with heavy thunderstorms, substantial snowfall, and strong winds forecast. The national weather service has issued a special alert regarding these conditions.
Torrential rainfall and thunderstorms are expected to impact the following regions: El Tarf, Guelma, Souk Ahras, Oum El Bouaghi, Tebessa, Khenchela, Skikda, Jijel, Relizane, Mostaganem, Mascara, Oran, Sidi Bel Abbes, and Tlemcen. Residents in these areas should be aware of the potential for flash flooding and hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility and water accumulation.
Furthermore, heavy snowfall is predicted, particularly in mountainous regions. The provinces affected include: Bejaia, Tizi Ouzou, Setif, Batna, Boumerdes, Bouira, Bordj Bou Arreridj, Blida, Medea, M’Sila, Djelfa, Ain Defla, Chlef, Relizane, Mostaganem, Tissemsilt, Tiaret, Laghouat, Saida, El Bayadh, Sidi Bel Abbes, Tlemcen, and Naama. Travel in these areas may be severely disrupted.
Strong winds are also a concern, with the weather service forecasting gusts in Annaba, Skikda, Jijel, Bejaia, Tizi Ouzou, Algiers, Tipaza, Chlef, Oran, Sidi Bel Abbes, Djelfa, Laghouat, El Bayadh, and Naama. Residents are advised to secure loose objects and exercise caution during outdoor activities.
DZWatch will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as they become available. Stay tuned for the latest weather information and safety advisories.
