Recent heavy rains in southern Morocco have led to a significant invasion of locusts in the regions of Tan-Tan and Boujdour, where videos circulating on social media depict the skies filled with the insects. This phenomenon has been described as rare for these areas, with large numbers of locusts covering the ground and roads, creating a striking visual of nature's rapid response to environmental changes.

An environmental expert explained that this outbreak of locusts is a 'natural biological response' to the recent rainfall, which provided moist sandy soil ideal for locust egg-laying. The abundance of vegetation that has flourished due to these weather conditions serves as a primary food source for the locusts, enabling their rapid population growth. These factors combined have resulted in the formation of large swarms, posing potential risks to agriculture and the environment in the affected regions.

Authorities are currently monitoring the situation to assess the potential impact of this locust invasion on local agriculture and the environment. With concerns about the effect on crops and livelihoods in the already vulnerable areas, experts suggest that a thorough evaluation is needed to mitigate any adverse effects of this sudden ecological shift.