Four killed by floods after Tunisia’s worst rainfall in 70 years

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by By News AgenciesJanuary 20, 2026 at 05:08 PM

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Tunisia experienced its heaviest rainfall in over 70 years on January 20, 2026, resulting in widespread flooding and at least four fatalities in Moknine, Monastir governorate. The severe weather disrupted daily life across multiple governorates, submerging cars and isolating low-lying neighborhoods. The unprecedented rainfall, not seen in some regions since 1950, particularly impacted Monastir, Nabeul, and greater Tunis. Schools were closed in Tunis, Nabeul, Sousse, and Beja, and the army joined rescue operations. The situation has been described as "critical" in some areas, with the tourist village of Sidi Bou Said recording over 200mm of rain.

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Abderazak Rahal 30% Khalil Mechri 40% National Institute of Meteorology (INM) ×260% Tunisia ×4100% Monastir governorate ×2100%

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Tunisia

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