As rescuers searched the mountainous villages where the earthquake struck, officials cautioned that the death toll was likely to rise, noting that communications were cut off with many areas.
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Days After Hurricane Otis, a Desperate Search for Food and Water in Mexico
Days after the storm, the death toll rose to 39 and residents were navigating broken glass, searching for water and food, and trying to find loved ones. Many said the government was not doing enough.
A Luxury Cruise Ship, Stuck Off Greenland’s Coast for 3 Days, Is Pulled Free
The Ocean Explorer had been traveling toward Northeast Greenland National Park when it ran aground on Monday, officials said. The ship was pulled free on Thursday.
Mark Dickey, U.S. Cave Expert, Rescued in Turkey
Mark Dickey became sick deep underground more than a week ago. His safe extraction brought together cavers from around the world.
Desperation Mounts as Aid Trickles In to Quake-Hit Areas of Morocco
The government defended its response to the earthquake as robust, but some residents desperate for basic supplies say they feel abandoned.
In Quake-Battered Mountains, Many Moroccans Must Fend for Themselves
In a critical period for search-and-rescue teams, the Moroccan government has given few updates about its response and the scope of the destruction.
Photos: Scenes From Morocco’s Deadly Magnitude-6.8 Earthquake
The quake centered about 50 miles from Marrakesh turned homes into rubble and left survivors terrified.
Teams in Turkey Try to Rescue Sick American From Underground Cave
Mark Dickey, an American cave specialist, fell ill several days ago and has been unable to climb out on his own. Medical teams say his condition is improving.
Rain and Flooding in Greece Traps Residents and Submerges Villages
Greek military forces were called in to assist the rescue efforts. At least six people in Greece and at least nine in neighboring Turkey have died this week amid torrential rains and flooding.
Perilous, Icy Mission Rescues Sick Worker in Antarctica
It took an icebreaker ship and two long-range helicopters to evacuate the staff member from an Australian research base to advanced medical care.