Why Was The Morocco Earthquake So Deadly?

Eko Hot Blog reports that earthquake that hit Morocco on September 8 was not huge, but it was unusually large for the region and struck a region where most buildings are not earthquake-resilient.

The quake, which had a magnitude of 6.8, killed more than 2,800 people and injured thousands more. The death toll is expected to rise as rescue and recovery efforts continue.

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There are several factors that contributed to the high death toll.

The earthquake occurred in a region that is not used to experiencing strong earthquakes. This meant that many buildings were not built to withstand the shaking.
The earthquake struck at night, when many people were asleep. This made it more difficult for people to escape the collapsing buildings.
The earthquake was followed by aftershocks, which further damaged buildings and infrastructure.
The lack of preparedness for earthquakes in Morocco is a major factor in the high death toll. Many buildings in the affected area were built of masonry and aggregate, which are materials that are prone to collapse in an earthquake.

There are a number of things that can be done to make buildings more resilient to earthquakes. These include using stronger materials, such as reinforced concrete, and designing buildings to withstand shaking. It is also important to educate people about the risks of earthquakes and how to prepare for them.

The Morocco earthquake is a reminder of the importance of earthquake preparedness. By taking steps to make our buildings and communities more resilient, we can help to reduce the loss of life and property in future earthquakes.

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In addition to the factors mentioned above, the following also contributed to the high death toll:

• The remote location of the earthquake made it difficult for rescue workers to reach the affected area.
• The lack of access to clean water and sanitation facilities increased the risk of disease.
• The psychological trauma of the earthquake will have a long-lasting impact on the survivors.

The Morocco earthquake is a tragedy, but it is also an opportunity to learn from the mistakes that were made. By investing in earthquake preparedness, we can help to prevent future tragedies.

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