Morocco floods: Dozens killed in port city of Safi after heavy rains

At least 70 homes have been inundated in Safi's old city centre, officials say.

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Cars and mounds of rubbish were seen sweeping through the main port city of Safi after torrential rain hit on Sunday.

Dozens of people have been receiving treatment in hospital for their injuries, say local authorities, and at least 70 homes have been inundated in the old city centre.

Local reports say access to and from the city is blocked on certain roads because of damage and debris.