Beni Mellal Tragedy: Death Toll Rises and Local Festival Cancelled

In a tragic development, the local Human Rights Association in Beni Mellal has announced that the death toll from the recent disaster has risen to 26 people. According to local sources, the primary cause of this tragedy is believed to be the sharp increase in temperatures in the region.

In a related context, the association reported that local authorities have decided to cancel the local festival that was scheduled to start today, which had been allocated a budget of 300 million. The association praised this decision, considering it an embodiment of national responsibility and civic consciousness.

This decision comes as part of the response to the exceptional circumstances the city is experiencing, with attention and resources being redirected towards dealing with the aftermath of the disaster and assisting those affected.

Official and civil efforts continue to closely monitor the situation, with calls for preventive measures to avoid further loss of life in light of the harsh climatic conditions.

The local authorities’ swift action in cancelling the festival and redirecting resources has been commended as a demonstration of genuine patriotism and citizenship in the face of this crisis.

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