FAST FACTS

• Late on September 8, a 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck central Morocco, about 45 miles southwest of Marrakech.

• More than 2,400 deaths have been confirmed, while injuries run into the thousands, including more than 1,400 people who are in critical condition. These numbers are expected to increase as search-and-rescue operations continue.

• More than 380,000 people have been affected by the earthquake.

OUR RESPONSE

• International Medical Corps is deploying an Advance Emergency Medical Team (EMT) to Marrakech to coordinate with government authorities, local organizations and international agencies, prioritizing critical needs and establishing logistical support for affected communities.

• International Medical Corps’ Emergency Medical Team (EMT) Type 1 Fixed team—comprising 21 trained professionals—and stock of medicines, equipment and supplies are on standby, ready to be deployed. The EMT Type 1 Fixed facility can treat a minimum of 100 patients per day.

• Critical needs include shelter, food, water, non-food items, health, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), and mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) services.