More than 20 people die in Moroccan heatwave

As Morocco experiences an intense heatwave, the health ministry says more than 20 people have died over the past 24 hours in the central city of Beni Mellal.

Meteorologist says temperatures reached as high as 48 degrees Celsius in some areas of the country between Monday to Wednesday.

Officials say most of those who passed away were either elderly or suffering from chronic illnesses, with the heat contributing to the deterioration of…