Northern Morocco was shaken by two minor earthquakes on Saturday, compounding an already severe humanitarian crisis caused by prolonged flooding that has submerged villages and displaced tens of thousands. The seismic activity occurred as military and emergency teams continued relief operations in isolated, waterlocked communities. Officials confirmed that both events, along with dozens of minor aftershocks, resulted in no casualties or material damage. Ongoing Flood Disaster and ResponseThe earthquakes struck a region already overwhelmed by exceptional rainfall that began in late January. Severe flooding has cut off roads and encircled entire towns, particularly in the provinces of Larache, Kenitra, Sidi Kacem, and Sidi Slimane.

Source: The North Africa Journal February 08, 2026 15:38 UTC