Morocco declares three days of national mourning following devastating earthquake

The official MAP news agency published the announcement, revealing that “three days of national mourning have been decided, with flags to fly at half-mast on all public buildings.”

This decision came after King Mohamed VI presided over a meeting to address the catastrophe.

Additionally, in response to the tragic earthquake, King Mohamed VI has ordered the establishment of a ministerial committee tasked with developing a comprehensive plan for the reconstruction of the homes that have been destroyed.

The earthquake, with a magnitude of 7.0, struck late on Friday, resulting in a staggering death toll of at least 1,037 people and leaving 1,204 others injured.

Fatalities were reported in various regions, including Al Haouz and Marrakesh provinces, as well as the cities of Ouarzazate, Azilal, Chichaoua, and Taroudant, as disclosed by the country's Interior Ministry in an official statement.

Morocco now faces the immense challenge of coping with the aftermath of this catastrophic event. (ILKHA)