Morocco earthquake death toll rises more than 2800

The death toll from a 7.0-magnitude earthquake that struck Morocco on Friday night has risen more than 2800, with over 2,500 people injured. Displaced residents had no choice but to seek refuge with relatives and friends in another city, as they lack proper accommodation.

The epicenter of the earthquake was near the town of Ighil in Al Haouz Province, some 70 km southwest of the old city of Marrakesh. Amizmiz, a tourist town approximately 55 kilometers south of Marrakesh, is among the most affected areas in the deadly earthquake.  

Moroccan rescuers supported by foreign teams are racing against time to dig out any survivors from the rubble of mountain villages. The densely populated and mountainous villages at the epicenter and fickle weather make the rescue work all the more challenging.