"In the medium and longer term, we're also focusing and mapping the other needs that are necessary and providing safe water, sanitation, and warmth for those that are in the mountains," Mr Rassi told Newstalk Breakfast on Monday.Ī man inspects damage caused by the earthquake as he walks in the old Medina of Marrakech. He said authorities in Morocco are providing a wide range of assistance to those impacted by the earthquake - including first aid, psychosocial support, transport to hospitals, evacuation and dignified burials for those who have passed away. Mr Rassi said that the "devastation was huge" and the situation remains extremely challenging for aid workers working in a mountainous region. Speaking from Rabat in Morocco, the Chief of Staff at the Red Cross, Christopher Rassi said that at least 1,800 people have been injured. Meanwhile, the situation remains "very difficult" for aid workers in Morocco who are in a "race against time" to rescue people from the wreckage of an earthquake which has killed more than 2,000 people, according to the Red Cross. Funding from Ireland will support a locally led response and provide assistance to those most impacted by this disaster," Minister Martin added. "Ireland stands in solidarity with the people of Morocco and will provide immediate emergency humanitarian assistance. "The destruction, particularly in remote areas, will place extraordinary pressure on vulnerable groups and pose significant challenges to rescuers. "My thoughts are with all those who have lost loved ones, the injured and emergency responders. Mr Martin said he was "shocked and saddened to learn of this devastating earthquake". Evacuations are underway and it is expected that thousands will be temporarily displaced in the region." "There are concerns that these numbers will continue to grow in the coming days.
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