Old Spanish colonial-era bomb sparks alert at Asli beach in Al Hoceima

Citizens found an old bomb buried in the sand of Asli beach, in the commune of Ajdir, Al Hoceima province, causing alarm among beachgoers.
They alerted local authorities, who arrived on site, and specialized services transported the bomb for handling according to security procedures.
The device is believed to date from the Spanish colonial era, as the Rif region saw military operations that left unexploded ordnance, which can remain dangerous despite the passing decades.
The incident highlights the importance of caution with any suspicious object on beaches, especially in areas with past conflicts.