5.2 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Northern Morocco, No Casualties Reported
A 5.2 magnitude earthquake hit Morocco’s Ouezzane province on Monday night, felt in several other provinces. No casualties have been reported, but videos showed residents fleeing their homes. This quake follows a severe 7.0 magnitude quake in September 2023 that caused extensive damage and loss of life.
On Monday night, a 5.2 magnitude earthquake occurred in the northern Ouezzane province of Morocco, as reported by local authorities. Nasser Jebour, head of the National Institute of Geophysics, indicated that the tremor was also felt across several western provinces, including Rabat, Kenitra, Sidi Kacem, along with northern provinces like Fas, Ksar el-Kebir, and Larache.
Fortunately, there have been no reports of casualties from local authorities thus far. Social media platforms displayed videos of individuals fleeing their homes in response to the quake, highlighting the immediate panic it caused. This event follows a devastating 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Morocco’s Al-Haouz province on September 8, 2023, resulting in substantial loss of life and injuries.
The 5.2 magnitude earthquake in northern Morocco was significant but has not resulted in casualties according to local reports. Residents reported feelings of fear and confusion during the tremor, reminiscent of the severe earthquake in September. Monitoring and assessments by geophysical authorities will likely continue as aftershocks and safety remain concerns in the region.
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