Massive Saharan dust storm sweeps across Morocco, Algeria, and Mauritania, Africa
A 1 600 km (1 000 miles) long sandstorm swept across parts of Morocco, Algeria, and Mauritania on March 30, 2026, before it moved into the Atlantic Ocean.
Snow cover seen on Saharan sand dunes in Aïn Séfra, Algeria
Light snow began covering Saharan sand dunes in Aïn Séfra in Algeria on January 17, 2026, and continues to do so, forming a scenic contrast with the barren sands of the desert, which has been going viral on social media.
Severe dust storm engulfs Ouargla, Algeria, reducing visibility to near zero
Strong winds and dense sand clouds struck Ouargla, Algeria, on May 14, 2025, reducing visibility to near zero, halting traffic, and forcing road closures.
Landslide claims 4 lives and leaves 13 injured in Oran, Algeria
A deadly landslide struck Oran, Algeria, on Saturday, April 26, 2025, destroying multiple homes, claiming 4 lives, and leaving 13 injured.
Gateway to the Sahara covered in snow for the second time in two years, Algeria
Snow cover was recorded over the Ain Sefra region in the Sahara Desert on New Year’s Day 2025 for the second time in two years.
Possible large tornado in Sharia, Algeria
A large rotating air column was observed over the city of Sharia in the Algerian province of Tebessa on Wednesday, August 28, 2024. Reports vary on whether or not it touched down on Earth’s Surface making it unclear whether it was a funnel cloud or tornado.
Severe floods hit Algeria, claiming the lives of at least 15 people
Heavy rainfall and severe flooding affecting parts of Algeria over the past couple of days caused widespread damage and claimed the lives of at least 15 people.
Flash floods wreak havoc in northwestern Algeria, killing eight
Severe flash floods ravaged northwestern Algeria on September 2 and 3, 2023, following torrential rainfall. Reports confirmed the tragic loss of eight lives in the disaster.
Widespread forest fires wreak havoc in Algeria, 34 confirmed dead
Destructive forest fires have been burning along Algeria’s Mediterranean coast over the past couple of days, leading to at least 34 fatalities. The fires, which were fueled by strong winds and intense heatwave, spread across multiple provinces and even extended to neighboring Tunisia.
Heavy rains and fatal floods strike northern Algeria
Northern Algeria has been grappling with heavy rainfall since early June, leading to devastating floods, particularly in the Saïda and Laghouat provinces. The severe weather conditions have resulted in casualties and significant damage.
