# Sanitation and weather challenges in Touba, Senegal > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/sanitation-and-weather-challenges-in-touba-senegal > Updated: 2026-08-23T22:31:21.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2. Ahead of the Grand Magal pilgrimage in Touba, Senegal, the civil aviation and meteorology agency ANACIM issued warnings for extensive rainstorms and thunderstorms expected between 31 July and 3 August 2026. In response, local authorities mobilized health centers and sanitation agents to prepare for the influx of millions of pilgrims. Following the event, recent rainfall has caused significant drainage failures in Touba. Solid waste, such as plastic bags and bottles, has clogged drainage networks near the Great Mosque and the Ocass market. The Office national de l’assainissement du Sénégal (ONAS) reported that debris and sand have obstructed pipes, leading to water stagnation on main roads. Local associations have begun cleaning streets, while officials noted that human behavior and certain structures have hindered effective water drainage. ## Claims - Merchants left commercial spaces in disarray following the Grand Magal. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The Ndawi Serigne Bi association performed cleaning operations on the road to Darou Khoudoss. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Human intervention disrupts the drainage system in Touba. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-23: Touba sanitation system clogged by solid waste Solid waste and debris have clogged drainage systems in Touba, Senegal, causing water stagnation near the Great Mosque and Ocass market following recent rains and the Grand Magal. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/touba-sanitation-system-clogged-by-solid-waste ### 2026-07-28: Grand Magal of Touba faces severe rainstorm warnings and health mobilization Senegal warns of heavy rain and thunderstorms ahead of the Grand Magal of Touba (2 Aug). Health services in Touba are fully mobilised, with 80 sanitation agents deployed to support the pilgrimage. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/grand-magal-of-touba-faces-severe-rainstorm-warnings-and-health-mobilization --- Cite as: Sanitation and weather challenges in Touba, Senegal. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/sanitation-and-weather-challenges-in-touba-senegal