A tragedy occurred on the evening of Sunday October 12, 2025 in Boussalemin the governorate of Jendoubawhere a woman in her seventies was carried away by the waters of Wadi Dzirain the region of Maâiziafalling under the Boussalem delegation.
According to initial information, the victim was grazing his flock when he was surprised by the sudden rise in water. Heavy rains fell on the heights of Mount El Kraâcausing a flash flood and a rapid rise in the water level in Wadi Dzira, which joins Wadi Messelia, reports Mosaique FM.
Alerted, the teams of the Civil protection went to the scene and began search operations in order to find the missing woman. Research continues in difficult conditions, due to the rugged terrain and the powerful current.
This dramatic incident recalls the recurring risks of floods and floods in rural and mountainous areas, particularly at the start of the rainy season, where residents – shepherds and farmers – often find themselves exposed without adequate means of protection.
