Earthquake in Morocco Kills Over 2,400, Injures Thousands

powerful earthquake struck Morocco on Friday, September 8, killing over 2,400 people and injuring thousands more. The quake, which had a magnitude of 7.2 on the Richter scale, struck at 11:41 p.m. local time in the Atlas Mountains, about 100 kilometers from the city of Marrakech.

The earthquake was felt across much of Morocco, including in the capital city of Rabat, Casablanca, and Tangier. It was also felt in neighboring Algeria and Spain.

The hardest-hit areas were in the province of Azilal, where the epicenter was located. The town of Ait Ishaq was particularly badly damaged, with many buildings reduced to rubble.

The Moroccan government has declared a state of emergency in the affected areas. Rescue workers are still working to reach survivors and clear debris.

The earthquake is the deadliest to strike Morocco since 1960, when a quake killed over 15,000 people in the city of Agadir.

International aid is pouring in to help Morocco cope with the disaster. The United States, France, Spain, and the United Arab Emirates have all pledged assistance.

The earthquake is a reminder of the seismic activity that is common in the region. The Atlas Mountains are located along a fault line that separates the African and Eurasian tectonic plates.

The earthquake is a tragedy for the people of Morocco. It will take years to rebuild the affected areas and recov