In an extraordinary turn of events, the Sahara Desert witnessed a rare deluge of rainfall, leading to the formation of mesmerizing blue lagoons amidst the arid sand dunes and palm trees. This unexpected precipitation has nourished some of the driest regions of the desert with more water than they have seen in decades.
Southeastern Morocco's desert, known as one of the most arid places in the world, seldom experiences rain in late summer. However, the Moroccan government reported that two consecutive days of rainfall in September significantly surpassed the yearly averages in several areas that typically receive less than 250 millimeters annually. Tata, one of the hardest-hit areas, saw more than 100 millimeters of rain fall in the village of Tagounite, located approximately 450 kilometers south of the capital, Rabat.
The storms created striking visuals of water cascading through the Saharan sands, highlighting the resilient desert flora and ancient castles that dot the landscape. NASA satellites captured stunning images of water rushing to fill Lake Iriqui, a renowned lake bed situated between Zagora and Tata that had remained dry for half a century.
This unprecedented rainfall not only brings relief to the parched land but also offers a unique glimpse into the dynamic climate patterns of one of the world's most formidable deserts.
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Water gushes through the arid Sahara Desert after unexpected rainfall
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