Overview
On 8 September 2023 at 22.11 UTC powerful earthquake of magnitude 6.8 struck Morocco at 18.5 km depth. The epicentre was in the High Atlas Mountains, 71km (44 miles) south-west of Marrakesh. Marrakesh, with a population of 840,000 inhabitants is the most impacted city.
Global Aid Network (GAiN), through our offices in Canada, Spain and Switzerland we responded immediately. We are thankful for God’s provision so far, and continue to pray for Moroccans who are displaced.
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Total Shipments
$126,000
Value of Shipments
1
Countries Receiving Aid
1
Partners
Lead Agencies
With the support of the entire GAiN network, GAiN Canada and GAiN Switzerland are leading the relief response as our European GAiN offices have been working in these countries for many years with established partners on the ground.
Scale of the Disaster
For more information, view the latest UN OCHA report.
Photos from the Field
FAQs
Where are you responding?
We have partners in Morocco.
How are you responding?
We are shipping food and non-food items to our partners, who are working directly with people who are displaced within Morocco.
What type of items are you sending?
We are sending food, baby food, hygiene items, and other needs as they arise.
Can I donate items?
If you live near a GAiN office, you can contact them to see if they are accepting items for donation.What else can I do to help?
If you would like to donate to our Morocco response, please click here. As always, we also ask that you keep this project and the people affected in your prayers.
How do I contact my local office?
Switzerland: Info@gain-switzerland.ch
Canada: info@globalaid.net
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