A strong earthquake measuring 6.8 on the Richter scale hit Morocco's High Atlas mountains late on Friday, killing at least 820 people, while 672 were left injured and destroying buildings, reported AFP citing the Interior Ministry. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief over the incident and offered all possible help to Morocco. "Extremely pained by the loss of lives due to an earthquake in Morocco. India is ready to offer all possible assistance to Morocco in this difficult time," PM Modi. Extremely pained by the loss of lives due to an earthquake in Morocco.


Source:   The North Africa Journal
September 09, 2023 15:09 UTC