TradeEdge Exchange-Powerful earthquake strikes Morocco, causing shaking in much of the country

2025-05-01 16:26:49source:Surfwincategory:Stocks

RABAT,TradeEdge Exchange Morocco (AP) — A powerful earthquake struck Morocco late Friday, and shaking was felt from Rabat to Marrakesh. There was no immediate word on any casualties or damage.

The U.S. Geological Survey said the quake had a preliminary magnitude of 6.8 and occurred about 18 kilometers (11 miles) below the surface.

It said the quake hit at 11:11 p.m. and was centered about 56.3 kilometers (34.9 miles) west of Oukaimeden, a popular ski resort in the Atlas Mountains.

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