Death Toll In Morocco’s Flood Rises To 18, Authorities Say

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The death toll in Morocco’s flood from torrential rains has risen to 18 in the latest death toll released by authorities on Monday.

The floods occurred in the southern Morocco provinces of Tata, Tiznit, Errachidia, Tinghir and Taroudant.

At least four others were missing after floods swamped many villages in the area on Saturday, authorities added.

The dead include three foreign nationals from Spain, Canada and Peru, it said.

The floods destroyed 56 homes and damaged 110 roads, as well as damaging electricity, water supply and phone networks.