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At least 630 dead as powerful earthquake hits Morocco near Marrakesh

At least 630 dead as powerful earthquake hits Morocco near Marrakesh

TIL Desk/World/Morocco/ A 6.8-magnitude #earthquake has hit #Morocco killing at least 630 people, injuring more than 320, damaging #buildings, and sending terrified residents fleeing their homes into the streets for safety.

Morocco’s state television reported the doubling of the #deathtoll Saturday morning from overnight, citing the ministry of the interior. Of those injured, 51 were in a critical condition.

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