5.2 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Northern Morocco, No Casualties Reported

A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck northern Morocco’s Ouezzane province on Monday night, felt in several other regions. No casualties are reported, but the quake prompted panic among residents. This follows a severe 7.0 magnitude earthquake in September 2023 that caused extensive loss of life and injury.

On Monday night, a 5.2 magnitude earthquake occurred in the northern Ouezzane province of Morocco, as reported by local authorities. The tremor was felt across several nearby western provinces, such as Rabat, Kenitra, Sidi Kacem, and in the northern regions of Fas, Ouezzane, Ksar el-Kebir, and Larache. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported thus far by the authorities.

Videos shared by social media users depicted scenes of people scattering from their residences in panic. This earthquake comes in the wake of a devastating 7.0 magnitude quake that struck Morocco’s Al-Haouz province on September 8, 2023, resulting in over 3,000 fatalities and injuries to more than 6,000 individuals, affecting approximately 2.8 million people according to official sources.

In summary, the recent 5.2 magnitude earthquake in northern Morocco has not resulted in casualties, although it has caused panic among the populace. This seismic event adds to the region’s recent history of significant earthquakes, including the devastating tremor in September 2023 that had severe humanitarian consequences.

Original Source: www.aa.com.tr