One Ummah News - 12 Sept 2023
The 6.8 magnitude earthquake has caused destruction and widespread displacement, and the death toll is expected to rise dramatically.
The 6.8 magnitude earthquake has caused destruction and widespread displacement, and the death toll is expected to rise dramatically.
A devastating 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck Morocco on Friday, September 8, 2023, claiming over 2,800 lives and displacing hundreds of thousands more. The powerful quake struck in the High Atlas Mountains, about 45 miles southwest of Marrakech. The epicentre was located in a seismically active region. Earthquakes are a regular occurrence in Morocco, but this earthquake is different.
It is the strongest to hit the country in over a century; entire villages have been wiped out, and many people are still missing. The earthquake has decimated an estimated 500,000 homes and businesses. Many roads and bridges have been damaged or collapsed, making it difficult to reach affected areas.
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said:
‘Whosoever removes a worldly grief from a believer, Allah will remove from him one of the griefs of the Day of Judgment.’
The earthquake has had a devastating impact on the people of Morocco. More than 100,000 people have been displaced from their homes. Children have been orphaned and elderly people have been left without care.
The destruction of mosques in Morocco has had a significant impact on the Muslim community. Many mosques and religious schools have been destroyed. This has been a major, leaving a gaping hole in the community. Overall, the earthquake is estimated to have caused a staggering $1 billion in damage.
The most affected areas are the provinces of Azilal, Ouarzazate, and Zagora. The Moroccan government has declared three days of national mourning.
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said:
Give charity without delay, for it stands in the way of calamity.
(Al-Tirmidhi)
This is a time of great need for the people of Morocco. We must do everything we can to help our dear brothers and sisters. Keep the people of Morocco in your Dua’a and give what you can. Encourage family and friends to come together to protect our Ummah.
One Ummah has dispatched a team of aid workers including our ambassadors, equipped with critical aid packs which include; tents, housing, food packs, clean water, hygiene kits, and blankets. Together, we can help the people of Morocco rebuild their lives and their communities. Donate today and help us rebuild the lives of the people of Morocco.
