Morocco was hit by a devastating earthquake on the night of September 8 to 9, 2023, causing the death of thousands of people. Since this tragedy, numerous photos and videos have circulated on social networks claiming to show scenes of destruction, miraculous rescues of children and animals, even strange phenomena in the sky. However, it is important to remain vigilant and verify the veracity of these images, as some of them turn out to be montages or content from other events.
Among these misleading images, we find in particular videos of collapsing buildings, allegedly linked to the earthquake in Morocco. However, after verification, it turns out that some of these videos were taken well before the earthquake, showing buildings located in Casablanca and not in Marrakech.
In addition, videos showing strange lights in the sky of Marrakech are also circulating on social networks. However, it has been proven that some of these videos are the creations of special effects artists, seeking to generate excitement around paranormal phenomena.
Finally, rescue images of babies, dogs and cats found alive under the rubble were also shared, claiming to be linked to the earthquake in Morocco. However, some of these images were taken during the Turkey-Syria earthquake in February 2023, and it is not certain whether they were taken in Morocco.
It is therefore essential to remain wary of content shared on social media, especially during emergency situations such as natural disasters. Verifying sources and researching the veracity of images makes it possible to avoid spreading false information and to maintain responsible and reliable communication.
In conclusion, social networks are often the place for the dissemination of sensationalist and misleading content during tragic events such as the earthquake in Morocco. As readers and users of social media, it is our responsibility to verify and cross-check information before sharing it.