Morocco Braces for Stormy Weather: Emergency Prep Unfolds Ahead of Egypt-Benin AFCON Clash
2 January 2026
Agadir braces for potential storms ahead of AFCON clash
Moroccan authorities in Agadir have raised the vigilance level and put in place a proactive package of measures in anticipation of heavy rains forecast to hit the region as Monday's Africa Cup of Nations last-16 match between Egypt and Benin unfolds at Adrar Stadium.
According to Moroccan press reports, coordination meetings were held to prepare for possible downpours, with alert levels raised, rainwater drainage channels cleared, and civil protection teams and intervention machinery mobilized.
Markets will be closed on Saturday and Sunday and in some areas schooling will be suspended until Monday to minimize risk in affected zones.
In parallel, local authorities began on-the-ground preventive actions across several neighborhoods, coordinating between municipal and technical services to ensure rapid response if needed.
Residents and fans were urged to stay vigilant and follow official guidance as the match approaches and weather remains unsettled.
Punchlines: If it rains, the ball will be the only thing in the stadium that doesn’t slip—it's already wearing cleats. And if the floodlights fail, at least the clouds will finally get to watch a football match without buffering.
