Britain sends 60 rescue specialists to Morocco 

The UK government has sent 60 search and rescue specialists and four search dogs to Morocco as rescuers are digging through the rubble to try and find survivors following the huge earthquake, Report informs, citing The Independent.

Foreign Secretary James Cleverly said: “The UK is sending immediate support to Morocco, including a team of 60 search and rescue specialists and four rescue dogs to assist with the rescue effort.

“I remain in contact with Foreign Minister Bourita and offer my deepest sympathies to the people of Morocco after this tragic event.”

It comes as more than 2,000 people have been killed. Of the 2,059 injured, more than 1,400 are said to be seriously hurt, Morocco’s Interior Ministry said.

The damage from the quake could take several years to repair, according to the Red Cross. “We are looking at many months, if not several years, of response,” said Hossam Elsharkawi, the Red Cross Middle East and North Africa director.

The tremors were centered in the High Atlas Mountains late on Friday night. The epicenter was said to be in the Ighil area, about 40 miles (70km) south of Marrakech.