2023-09-09 09:22:30
Little by little, the damage caused by the earthquake that shook Morocco (Africa) on September 8 continues to become known.
The authorities reported that, so far, at least 632 deaths and 329 injuries have been recorded.
Below, the minute by minute of the tragedy that mourns the world:
5:40 a.m
The president of the United States, Joe Biden, expressed his “deep sadness” over the earthquake that surprised Moroccan women on Friday night.
“I am deeply saddened by the loss of life and devastation caused by the earthquake in Morocco,” Biden, who is attending the G20 summit in New Delhi, said in a statement. “Our thoughts and prayers are with those impacted by this terrible situation,” she added.
5:25 a.m
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, EU and Cooperation spoke from the G20 in India.
”Condolences for the victims to the family and friends, ‘this morning I contacted my Moroccan counterpart, the ambassador to convey these words and Spain has made available both its rescue capabilities and its reconstruction capacity when this moment passes “The important thing is to save as many as possible,” said Minister José Manuel Álvares.
5:20 a.m
The death toll from the earthquake rises, authorities confirm 820 deaths.
The official balance by the Moroccan authorities puts the death toll at 820, due to the strong earthquake, and more than 600 injuries. The figure could change as the hours go by. At this time, the rescue forces are in charge of finding survivors under the rubble.
4:20 am.
As the hours pass, messages of condolence arrive from various governments for the tragedy.
The President of the Government of Spain, Pedro Sánchez, through his X account, formerly Twitter, stated: “All my solidarity and support for the people of Morocco.”
All my solidarity and support to the people of Morocco in the face of the terrible earthquake registered this morning.
Spain stands with the victims of this tragedy and their families.
— Pedro Sánchez (@sanchezcastejon) September 9, 2023
4:10 a.m
The president of France makes an important announcement after the damage that Morocco suffered from the earthquake.
With more than 600 dead, dozens injured and debris in every corner, the president of France, Emmanuel Macron, in mid-flight to New Delhi, where he will attend a G20 summit, announced that ”France is willing to help with first aid ”.
We are all devastated after the terrible earthquake in Morocco. France stands ready to help with first aid.
— Emmanuel Macron (@EmmanuelMacron) September 9, 2023
3:40 a.m
Crisis units are announced for people affected by the earthquake in Morocco that has registered several aftershocks.
The French Embassy in Morocco, through its social networks, announced that after the earthquake that occurred today at 11:11 a.m., it opened a crisis unit in which you can contact the following number +212 537689900.
Following the earthquake that occurred today at 11:11 p.m., the French embassy opened a crisis unit.
This cell can be reached at
+212 537689900 pic.twitter.com/r6fXbpdoOo— France in Morocco ???????????????? (@AmbaFranceMaroc) September 9, 2023
3:20 a.m
Experts indicate that this earthquake is the strongest in the history of Morocco so far.
The Moroccan National Institute of Geophysics has indicated that “hundreds of aftershocks have occurred, but most of them have not been felt.”
On the other hand, the Spanish National Geographic Institute (IGN) reported a second magnitude earthquake, 4.8 on the Richter scale, in the city of Berrechid.
3:14 a.m
Between the fear of returning home and thousands of homes destroyed, Moroccans sleep on the streets.
From a distance, thousands of people regret what happened in Morocco, some because they have family and friends and others because they send messages of light for the country. Some Moroccans, afraid that it would shake again, chose to sleep in the streets, others have nowhere to go; many of the houses collapsed with the movement.
????SAD THIS MORNING???? last night in Morocco, a powerful earthquake killed at least 632 people in the Marrakech region… Already I have a heartfelt thought for all my Moroccan friends ????????⭐️ pic.twitter.com/PI4c5s8e5y
— Christophe Mondoloni (@ChrisMondoloni) September 9, 2023
2:10 a.m
The ancient Minaret of Jemaa el Fna collapsed after the strong earthquake
The Koutoubia Mosque, one of the most important in Marrakech, collapsed in the midst of the chaos that Moroccans are experiencing after the recent earthquake. This mosque was one of the largest in the Islamic world when its construction was completed in the year 1158.
1:56 a.m
Devastating images show the damage caused by the 6.8 magnitude earthquake.
The magnitude of the damage suffered was recorded on video, which apparently is a school. The security cameras of the place captured the moments when in the middle of the great movement, and with screams in the background, the ceiling, the paintings and the walls cracked, due to the seismic movement that generated chaos among the population.
1:44 a.m
The death toll from the strong earthquake in Morocco increases.
Information circulates through social networks in which they indicate that according to Moroccan television reports, the deaths from the earthquake amount to 632 and apparently there are 329 injured.
1:11 a.m
Telephone lines opened for Colombians affected by the earthquake in Morocco
The Colombian Embassy in Morocco, through social networks, told Colombians who are in Moroccan territory to follow the instructions of the authorities and if you need assistance, dial the number +212 661 217 384.
Colombians in Morocco: follow the instructions of local authorities related to the earthquake that affected Moroccan territory.
If you need urgent assistance, please contact your consulate at +212 661 217 384
— Embassy of Colombia in Morocco (@EmbColMarruecos) September 8, 2023
12:38 a.m
Cameras captured how the moment of the Moroccan earthquake was experienced
With the anguish of the moment, video captured how some Moroccans ran out of their homes at the moment when it was shaking. The security cameras that recorded the home left evidence of how strong the earthquake was, so far the strongest in the history of Morocco.
11:40p.m Hundreds of injured people are treated in the streets of Marrakech after the large capacity in hospitals.
While some are looking for survivors in the rubble, others are waiting on hospital stretchers installed in the street to be treated after the hospital centers in the areas affected by the earthquake could not cope.
???????? | URGENT: Today’s 6.8 magnitude earthquake is the strongest ever recorded in Morocco’s history:
– 296 people confirmed dead.
– Numerous buildings collapsed.
– Serious damage in rural locations.
– Many more trapped in the rubble.
-… pic.twitter.com/dndDDPHpQs— World Alert (@AlertaMundial2) September 9, 2023
11:20p.m The moment when the houses collapse due to the strong earthquake is recorded on video.
More videos are beginning to circulate of the damage after the 6.8 magnitude earthquake in Morocco, some buildings have collapsed due to the strong movement, meanwhile in the middle of the rubble they are looking for survivors.
10:24 p.m.
Citizens of Morocco, anguished by injuries and deaths in the streets
Videos on social networks show some destroyed buildings and citizens in panic, seeing dead and injured in the streets. The PAGER system of the United States Geological Survey (USGS) referred to the damage that the earthquake could have left.
“The population in this region lives in structures that are highly vulnerable to seismic shaking,” he reported.
Almost 300 dead and more than 150 injured after earthquake in Morocco
The powerful earthquake has caused the death of at least 296 people. In addition, there could be more dead and injured people under the rubble. pic.twitter.com/QrukHpIz2V
— Know More (@Sepa_mass) September 9, 2023
9:53 p.m.
296 fatalities reported from the earthquake in Morocco
“According to a provisional balance, this earthquake caused the death of 296 people in the provinces and municipalities of Al Haouz, Marrakech, Ouarzazate, Azilal, Chichaoua and Taroudant,” the ministry said in a statement.
An earthquake of about 7 degrees shook the night in Morocco. | Photo: Twitter/ @Q8Hashtagat
9:40 p.m.
Residents of Morocco, terrified during the earthquake
Videos recorded in Marrakech show residents leaving buildings in terror amid the shaking, debris falling from buildings into narrow alleys and vehicles covered in stones.
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