At least 60 dead after earthquake in Iraq
A strong earthquake has rocked the northern border between Iran and Iraq, killing at least 61 people and injuring hundreds more.
The death toll is expected to rise.
Mosques in Baghdad have been broadcasting prayers through loudspeakers.
Material damages captured by Rudaw English’s managing editor @OsamaGolpy in #Halabja #earthquake pic.twitter.com/6MaFWai7Vb
— Rudaw English (@RudawEnglish) November 12, 2017
The 7.3 magnitude earthquake sparked panic among residents who fled onto the streets after feeling tremors.
The earthquake’s epicentre was in Penjwin, a north-western province, very close to the Iranian border.
Tremors were felt as far away as Turkey and Israel.
BREAKING: Iranian officials raise death toll to at least 61, more than 300 injured during earthquake on Iran-Iraq border region
— The Associated Press (@AP) November 12, 2017
