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Panic as aftershock shakes Moroccan village near quake epicentre

June 8, 2019

2 minutes read

Rescue workers, villagers, and journalists quickly ran on Wednesday (Sep. 13) when an aftershock hit the village of Imi N’Tala, close to the epicenter of last week’s earthquake in Morocco.

During the aftershock, a rock fell in the mountains, causing minor injuries to one person.

Given the scale of the disaster, Moroccan authorities have asked for help from several foreign countries, including Spain, the UK, Qatar, and the UAE, to send search and rescue teams.

The Red Cross has also launched a fundraising appeal for about 100 million euros to support the relief efforts.

The earthquake destroyed many homes in villages located in hard-to-reach mountainous areas. In one village, Ineghede, 11 out of its 200 residents lost their lives.

Many of the affected areas remain difficult to access, making rescue efforts challenging. Villages like Imi N’Tala and Ineghede, located deep in the mountains, have seen homes reduced to rubble, leaving survivors in urgent need of assistance.

International search and rescue teams are working alongside local authorities, using helicopters and heavy machinery to reach remote areas. Despite the ongoing aftershocks, efforts to find survivors under the debris continue.

In addition to the Red Cross’s appeal, various humanitarian organizations have joined the call for donations, aiming to provide food, shelter, medical aid, and long-term support to those affected by the earthquake.

As Morocco faces this tragedy, the resilience of its people and the growing international support offer hope amidst the devastation. However, the road to recovery will be long, particularly for those in isolated regions who are still waiting for help to reach them.

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