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Massive Earthquake Rocks Morocco, Leaving Hundreds Dead

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Authorities say at least 296 people were killed, and more than 150 injured.

People gather on a street in Casablanca, following a powerful earthquake in Morocco.
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A 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck near Oukaïmedene, Morocco, on Friday night, leaving at least 296 people dead, according to the country's Interior Ministry. Another 153 people were injured. The quake damaged a number of historic buildings in Marrakech and sent residents flooding into the streets, AP reported. It was reportedly felt as far away as Portugal.

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