5.2 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Northern Morocco
A 5.2 magnitude earthquake occurred in northern Morocco’s Ouezzane province on Monday night, with tremors felt in several western provinces. No casualties have been reported, although social media highlighted public panic. This quake follows a more severe earthquake in September that resulted in substantial casualties and damage.
On Monday night, a 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck the northern Ouezzane province of Morocco, as reported by local authorities. Nasser Jebour, the head of the National Institute of Geophysics, stated that the tremor was felt across several western provinces, including Rabat, Kenitra, Sidi Kacem, as well as in the northern provinces of Fas, Ouezzane, Ksar el-Kebir, and Larache. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported so far.
Videos shared on social media depicted individuals fleeing their residences in panic following the earthquake. This incident follows the devastating magnitude 7.0 earthquake that occurred on September 8, 2023, in Morocco’s Al-Haouz province. That previous quake resulted in at least 3,000 fatalities, over 6,000 injuries, and extensive damage that affected approximately 2.8 million individuals, according to Moroccan authorities.
In summary, a 5.2 magnitude earthquake impacted northern Morocco, particularly Ouezzane province, with no casualties reported at this time. The tremor was felt in several nearby provinces, prompting public concern as evidenced by social media posts. This recent event follows a more severe earthquake in September, which caused significant loss of life and damage.
Original Source: www.aa.com.tr
