6.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Morocco

2023-09-08 23:40:01

RABAT, Morocco (AP) — A strong earthquake struck Morocco late Friday, and the tremors were felt from Rabat to Marrakech. There was no word on casualties or damage at this time.

According to the United States Geological Survey, the quake had a preliminary magnitude of 6.8 and occurred regarding 18 kilometers (11 miles) deep.

The quake struck at 11:11 p.m. and had its epicenter regarding 56 kilometers (35 miles) west of Oukaimeden, a popular ski resort in the Atlas Mountains.

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