The clock struck 11:11 PM on September 8 – but instead of wishes, a terrifying magnitude-6.8 earthquake shook Morocco, claiming over 2,900 lives. 🌃💔 Amine Bensalek, a local journalist in Marrakesh, described the chaos: \"Buildings shook like they were made of paper. People ran into streets, screaming…\"
As dawn broke, survivors faced collapsed homes in historic Marrakesh and remote villages. But amid the rubble, hope rises: Rescue teams are now delivering supplies and coordinating efforts. 💧🩺 Amine reports local authorities have established emergency protocols, while volunteers distribute food and water.
🚨 Why it matters: This quake, striking at 18.5km depth, is Morocco’s deadliest in decades. With aftershocks still rattling nerves, global aid groups are joining the response. Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.
