JDC says working with Moroccan Jewish community to provide aid after earthquake

A rare earthquake that shook Morocco and killed more than 1,000 people is eliciting offers of help from numerous countries and organizations.

The temblor that struck late last night caused widespread destruction in Marrakesh and surrounding areas.

In response, the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee says it is partnering with the Jewish community of Morocco to respond with immediate aid, likely to include food, medicine, temporary shelter and medical support, including evacuation.

The organization, which has operated in the country since 1947, says it has already deployed its disaster relief experts to Marrakesh to assess needs and provide services.

JDC has responded to various disasters in the region, most recently responding to the February 2023 earthquakes in Turkey.