5.2 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Northern Morocco, No Significant Damage Reported
On December 2, 2023, a 5.2-magnitude earthquake was recorded in Ouezzane Province, Morocco, with no significant damage reported. This event raised concern among residents following a devastating earthquake earlier in the year that killed over 3,000 people. Morocco is committed to improving its disaster management policy as a response.
A 5.2-magnitude earthquake struck Ouezzane Province, Morocco, as confirmed by the National Institute of Geophysics. The tremor occurred at 11:48 PM (GMT+1) and was centered in the Brikcha commune at a depth of 20 kilometers. Fortunately, there have been no reports of substantial damage from this seismic event.
The quake’s geographical coordinates were recorded at 34.954 degrees north latitude and 5.635 degrees west longitude. In light of a recent, devastating earthquake in 2023 that resulted in over 3,000 casualties in the Al Haouz region, many residents experienced heightened fear and evacuated their homes as a precautionary measure.
The previous earthquake had a catastrophic impact on infrastructure in the Al Haouz area, significantly affecting residential buildings. In response to this most recent earthquake, Morocco has reaffirmed its commitment to improve strategies under its disaster management policy to better prepare for such occurrences in the future.
In summary, the recent 5.2-magnitude earthquake in northern Morocco elicited fear among residents, though it fortunately resulted in no significant damage. The tremor followed closely after one of the deadliest earthquakes in Morocco’s history, prompting the government to enhance its disaster management policies. It underscores the need for continuous vigilance and preparedness in seismic regions.
Original Source: news.az
