Morocco Earthquake Death Toll Tops 2,800, As Cristiano Ronaldo Offers Shelter

The Morocco earthquake had a magnitude of 6.8, and it is described as the largest earthquake to hit the country in over a century.

The death toll from the disaster surpassed over 2,800 people, with 2,421 reported injuries. This makes it Morocco's deadliest earthquake in more than six decades. [caption id="attachment_10243" align="alignnone" width="770"] More deaths recorded in the
Morocco earthquake aftermath. Photo: The Punch[/caption] It caused damage to Morocco's cultural heritage, including the collapse of a historically significant 12th-century mosque. Parts of Marrakech Old City, a UNESCO World Heritage site, were also affected. Morocco has declared a state of emergency in the affected areas and has deployed thousands of troops and police to assist with rescue and relief efforts. The challenge lies in reaching remote villages in the rugged High Atlas mountain range, Hindu Stan reports. The North African nation has indicated its willingness to accept relief offers from other countries and will coordinate them as needed, CNN added. Five-time Ballon d’Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo has also offered shelter, food, and water to survivors at his hotel in Marrakech, the Pestana CR7 Marrakech. The earthquake was felt in Morocco, Algeria, Spain, and Portugal, highlighting its regional significance. Search and rescue operations are ongoing as authorities work to find survivors and aid those affected by the earthquake. The death toll is expected to rise further as the full extent of the damage becomes clear.