Devastating Moroccan earthquake claims over 800 lives and wreaks havoc

A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 6.8 struck central Morocco, causing significant damage and resulting in at least 820 deaths. The epicenter was located in the High Atlas Mountains, southwest of Marrakesh. Several areas, including Marrakesh and its surrounding provinces, were affected, with reports of collapsed buildings and people trapped under rubble. Hospitals in Marrakesh have been overwhelmed with injured individuals, and the Moroccan government has urged residents to donate blood. Rescue efforts are underway, and neighboring countries, including India, Spain, and France, have offered support and assistance.