It remained unclear how quickly emergency teams would be able to reach the victims and prevent more deaths. Many of the areas affected by the quake are remote mountain villages that are not easily accessible.
See where the earthquake caused major damage in cities and towns in southern Morocco.
An earthquake with a magnitude of at least 6.8 shook much of Morocco, the strongest to hit the area in more than a century.
Here’s how to contribute to organizations that are aiding the rescue and recovery efforts in Morocco.
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