The number of deaths in the 7-magnitude earthquake that occurred in Morocco in 2012 increased to

Breaking news: The toll of the 7 magnitude earthquake that occurred in the North African country of Morocco is increasing. According to the statement of the Moroccan Ministry of Internal Affairs, the number of people who lost their lives in the earthquake increased to 2012 and the number of injured increased to 2059. 3 days of national mourning were declared throughout the country.

According to the latest information, 2012 people lost their lives and the number of injured increased to 2059 in the 7 magnitude earthquake that occurred in Morocco. On the other hand, 3 days of national mourning were declared throughout the country.

Morocco’s National Geophysical Institute announced that there was a magnitude 7 earthquake in the country. The institute stated that the epicenter of the earthquake, which occurred at a depth of 8 kilometers, was the El-Huz region of Marrakech in the north of the country.

MOROCCO MINISTRY OF INTERNAL AFFAIRS PROVIDED THE LATEST SITUATION

In the statement made by the Moroccan Ministry of Interior, the number of people who lost their lives in the earthquake that was felt in many cities of the country increased to 2012 and the number of injured to 2059. It was reported that the condition of 1404 injured people was critical. While search and rescue efforts continue, authorities are worried that the death toll will increase further. It was reported that Marrakech, Azilal, Agadir, Varzazat and Chichaoua were among the cities where deaths occurred.

3 DAYS OF NATIONAL MOURNING WERE DECLARED ACROSS THE COUNTRY

Moroccan King Mohammed VI decided at the meeting to declare three days of national mourning in Morocco and to lower the flags in public institutions at half-mast.

GAVE INSTRUCTIONS FOR EARTHQUAKE SUCCESSORS

The King of Morocco has instructed that a committee of ministers be set up as soon as possible, tasked with establishing an emergency program for the rebuilding of houses destroyed by the earthquake. In addition, at the meeting, it was decided to take urgent measures to strengthen the search and rescue teams, accelerate the rescue and evacuation processes, and deliver basic needs such as drinking water, food and tents to the earthquake-affected areas. Moroccan King Mohammed VI also instructed to take care of the earthquake victims under difficult conditions, to deliver emergency aid to the homeless in the earthquake, to provide shelter, nutrition and all basic needs.

MANY CITIES HAVE DESTROYED

Moroccan Channel 1 Television passed the information that the earthquake caused damage in many cities. “Al-Yevm 24” news site stated that some buildings collapsed in the city of Marrakech in the earthquake. Images of people taking to the streets after the earthquake and the moments when buildings collapsed were shared on social media platforms.

FRANCE WILL SEND 1 MILLION EUROS OF AID

Occitanie, Provence-Alpes-Cote d’Azur and Corsica regions in France announced that they would send 1 million euros of aid to Morocco due to the earthquake. In the written statement made by the Occitanie, Provence-Alpes-Cote d’Azur and Corsica regions, it was stated that the earthquake that occurred in Morocco was a “terrible tragedy”. In the statement, it was stated that Morocco was a “friendly country” for France and that 1 million euros would be sent for the earthquake victims and the reconstruction of the country, in line with Morocco’s needs.