The historic city of Marrakech as well as towns in the Atlas Mountains were all damaged by a rare, strong earthquake that struck Morocco late on Friday night. According to the Moroccan government, 632 people were killed and 329 were injured as a result of a strong earthquake. As the search is on and rescuers have reached increasingly isolated locations, it is anticipated that the number of casualties will increase.
Morocco Hit By A Strong Earthquake
632 people have died in a earthquake in Morocco. This is the strongest earthquake in the country in 123 years.
The 6.8 magnitude natural disaster was felt as far as Spain and Portugal.
— ZEEZ 🌚 (@Swaggzeez1) September 9, 2023
The US Geological Survey reported that the earthquake had a preliminary magnitude of 6.8. It struck around 11:11 p.m. and generated several seconds of shaking.
The National Seismic Monitoring and Alert Network of Morocco recorded the earthquake as a 7 on the Richter scale. A magnitude-4.9 aftershock was recorded 19 minutes later, according to the US agency.
This Indian Vlogger was there at the time of the earthquake in Morocco.
Prayers and Support for those who are affected by this earthquake 🥺#Morocco #earthquake #moroccoearthquake #deprem #زلزال #زلزال_المغرب #fas #fas_depremi #morocco #maroc #earthquake pic.twitter.com/r6bjYNbILR
— Youdha Akhilesh (@youdha_akhilesh) September 9, 2023
According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), it was the greatest earthquake to strike that region of the country of North Africa in more than a century.
Videos depicting destroyed structures and damaged portions of the renowned red walls that encircle the old city in medieval Marrakech, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, were posted online by Moroccans.
🚨🚨🇲🇦Following the 7.1 earthquake striking Morocco, the Kutubiyya Mosque may collapse 😨#Earthquake #Seisme #زلزال pic.twitter.com/SFB0Kqr16u
— AkramPRO (@iamAkramPRO) September 9, 2023
PM Modi Extended His Condolences
Moment of building collapse at Morocco after massive earthquake. Prayers for the people of #Morocco 🇲🇦 pic.twitter.com/3J6TfCnvgQ
— Allah Islam Quran (@AllahGreatQuran) September 9, 2023
In numerous locations, many people spent the night on the streets out of dread of aftershocks as a desperate search for those buried in the wreckage began.
Prayers for Morocco 🇲🇦 May Allah help and protect those who are effected and have mercy on everyone 🤲 pic.twitter.com/wpFyI3C9kE
— Allah Islam Quran (@AllahGreatQuran) September 9, 2023
Authorities claimed that the majority of fatalities happened in remote mountainous locations around the epicentre, and Al Aoula reported that rescue crews were having trouble getting to the worst-affected areas because of damaged roads.
Locals were advised by the Royal Moroccan Armed Forces to keep a cautious eye out for any more shocks.
Extremely pained by the loss of lives due to an earthquake in Morocco. In this tragic hour, my thoughts are with the people of Morocco. Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. May the injured recover at the earliest. India is ready to offer all possible assistance to…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 9, 2023
World leaders and important people from across the globe extended their condolences with respect to the loss of lives in the Morocco earthquake. India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that India is ready to offer all assistance to Morocco.
We pray for them!
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