On Monday, emergency workers evacuated an injured survivor of the September 8 earthquake in the High Atlas Mountains of central Morocco. Hundreds of people gathered outside a blood bank in Marrakech to do what they can for their country, as the United Nations estimated 300,000 people had been affected by the 6.8 magnitude temblor. Doctors Without Borders is providing medical and psychological support to those affected, as well as working with local authorities to assess the needs of those impacted and provide support.
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A 6.8-magnitude earthquake has struck Morocco, killing over 2,100 people and affecting 300,000 more. Emergency teams and aid workers are working to rescue survivors and provide relief to those affected, but the giant boulders blocking the mountain roads are making it difficult. The Moroccan government has declared a three-day period of national mourning, and international aid teams are continuing to arrive in the region.
This article discusses the 6.8-magnitude earthquake that struck Morocco late Friday night, killing at least 296 people and damaging buildings and historic landmarks. People took shelter and checked for news on their mobile phones, while videos posted online showed buildings reduced to rubble and dust. The Interior Ministry said the death toll is expected to rise as search and rescue operations continue, and the government has declared a state of emergency and is mobilizing resources to help those affected.
A powerful 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck Morocco early Saturday morning, causing panic and destruction in major cities across the country. People were seen evacuating restaurants in Marrakech and gathering in the streets and alleyways to check for news on their phones. The extent of the damage caused by the earthquake is still unknown, but the Moroccan government is expected to release a statement soon about the quake and its effects.