5.2-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Morocco’s Ouezzane Province, Causes Panic but No Damage
A 5.2-magnitude earthquake jolted Ouezzane, Morocco, at night, with no reported damages or casualties. The tremor raised fears reminiscent of the deadly 2023 earthquake. Morocco has promised enhanced disaster management strategies to address future risks, including multiple funded projects for disaster prevention.
A 5.2-magnitude earthquake struck Morocco’s Ouezzane province at 11:48 PM on Monday. The tremor occurred at a depth of 20 kilometers, with its epicenter near Ksar el-Kebir, part of the Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima region. According to Morocco’s National Institute of Geophysics, no damages or casualties have been reported, although the quake caused considerable panic among residents, reminiscing the catastrophic earthquake from September 2023 that resulted in thousands of deaths and significant structural damage.
In summary, the recent 5.2-magnitude earthquake in Morocco did not lead to any reported damages or casualties but triggered panic due to the memory of the devastating quake in 2023. The Moroccan government is actively working on disaster risk reduction initiatives to mitigate the impact of future earthquakes, showcasing a commitment to improving safety measures for its citizens.
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