Powerful earthquake in Morocco kills 632 people - state TV

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Powerful earthquake in Morocco kills 632 people - state TV

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A powerful earthquake struck Morocco's High Atlas mountains late on Friday, killing at least 632 people, destroying buildings and sending residents of major cities rushing from their homes, state television reported.

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The earthquake has killed at least 632 people and injured 329, according to initial reports.
A powerful earthquake struck Morocco's High Atlas mountains on Friday night, causing widespread damage and loss of life. The quake, which had a magnitude of 6.8, was felt in several major cities, including Marrakech and Rabat.
The full extent of the damage is still unknown, most of the deaths occurred in remote mountain villages, which are difficult to access.

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Reuters

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https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/magnitude-7-earthquake-strikes-morocco-gfz-2023-09-08/

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The earthquake has killed at least 632 people and injured 329, according to initial reports.

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The full extent of the damage is still unknown, most of the deaths occurred in remote mountain villages, which are difficult to access.

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