A 5.2-magnitude earthquake hit Ouezzane Province, Morocco, with no reported damage. Occurring at 11:48 PM, it has raised concerns among residents due to the devastating earthquake of 2023 which resulted in significant fatalities and destruction. The government is planning enhanced disaster management measures in response.
A recent earthquake of magnitude 5.2 was recorded in Ouezzane Province, Morocco, as confirmed by the National Institute of Geophysics. The seismic event occurred at 11:48 PM (GMT+1) at a depth of 20 kilometers, with its epicenter located in the Brikcha commune. Fortunately, there have been no reports of damage or casualties following the quake.
The earthquake’s geographical coordinates are listed as 34.954 degrees north latitude and 5.635 degrees west longitude. Many residents of the affected areas evacuated their homes due to fears stemming from a particularly devastating earthquake experienced in 2023, which resulted in the tragic loss of approximately 3,000 lives. This previous disaster caused significant infrastructural damage in the Al Haouz region, particularly to residential buildings.
In light of this recent seismic activity and in response to the earlier catastrophe, the Moroccan government has pledged to enhance its disaster management measures. These steps are intended to strengthen the country’s preparedness and response systems for future seismic events, ensuring the safety and security of its citizens.
In summary, a 5.2-magnitude earthquake recently struck northern Morocco, specifically Ouezzane Province. Fortunately, the event has not resulted in any reported damage or casualties. Given the severe impacts of a previous earthquake in 2023, many residents reacted with concern, prompting governmental responses to improve disaster management policies.
Original Source: news.az
