Looking for ocean drift modelling expertise (real case, guidance needed)

Hi everyone,

I’m looking for guidance from people experienced in ocean drift modelling, coastal hydrodynamics, or related field involved in a real-world case where we’re trying to better understand how a person may drift over time after being swept into the sea at Lalla Maryem Beach (Casablanca, Morocco) on 28th January.

At this stage, we’re primarily looking for expert advice and direction, specifically:

• How drift modelling would typically be approached in a case like this
• Which data sources are most important (currents, wind, tides, wave conditions, etc.)
• What tools or frameworks are best suited (e.g. OpenDrift, OceanParcels)
• Key considerations for coastal areas like Casablanca (e.g. retention zones, stranding likelihood)

If you have experience in:

• Oceanography
• Marine / environmental modelling
• Coastal engineering
• Search & rescue drift analysis

I’d really appreciate your input or guidance.

We are also open to working with someone experienced in this area if appropriate.

Thanks in advance for any help.