Morocco is in shock after a powerful 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck the nation on Friday night 😔. The quake hit at a depth of 18.5 kilometers near the town of Ighil in Al Haouz Province, around 70 km southwest of the historic city of Marrakesh.
The country's Interior Ministry reported on Saturday that the death toll has tragically risen to over 2,000, with thousands more injured and many in serious condition. Streets are filled with rescue teams and volunteers working tirelessly to find survivors beneath the rubble 🧗♂️.
\"It felt like the ground was shaking endlessly,\" shared a resident of Marrakesh. \"We rushed out of our homes, feeling terrified and helpless.\"
The government has declared a three-day period of national mourning. Communities are coming together, offering support and shelter to those affected 👐. Images of destroyed buildings and heartfelt moments of rescue are flooding social media, drawing global attention and solidarity 🌍.
As Morocco navigates this devastating event, the spirit of its people shines through. Acts of kindness and unity are a testament to their resilience 💪. Our hearts go out to everyone impacted by this tragedy. Stay tuned for more updates as the situation unfolds.
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Live: Devastating earthquake jolts Morocco, more than 2,000 killed
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