Morocco earthquake: rescuers search for survivors as death toll passes 1,000 – as it happened

Earthquake measuring at least 6.8 magnitude and centred in High Atlas mountains leaves more than 1,000 dead and 1,200 injured

• Morocco earthquake: more than 1,000 dead and hundreds more injured

The US Geological Survey's Pager system, which provides preliminary assessments on the impact of earthquakes, has issued a red alert for economic losses, saying extensive damage is probable and the disaster is likely widespread.

Past events with this alert level have required a national or international level response, according to the US government agency.

We felt a very violent tremor, and I realised it was an earthquake.

I could see buildings moving. We don't necessarily have the reflexes for this type of situation.