Algeria's Worst Storm? Heavy Rain Causes Massive Destruction | 32 Provinces Hit

Algeria floods and hailstorm hit multiple provinces on September 18, 2026, as severe thunderstorms brought heavy rain, hail and dangerous flooding. Weather warnings covered 32 provinces, while rainfall was forecast at 20–40 mm and locally above 50 mm in some areas.Floodwaters triggered rescue operations, trapped people inside vehicles and disrupted traffic, with National Road 4 closed after water accumulated inside a tunnel. Hailstorms were also reported across parts of Algeria as authorities warned of continued severe weather.More thunderstorms and heavy rain were forecast for parts of Algeria on September 19.Watch the latest Algeria floods, Algeria hailstorm, heavy rain, flash flooding and severe weather footage.