Avalanche Victims Found in Hangar in Ceuta
Many bodies, about 100, have been found in Ceuta's main morgue. Families from Morocco are asking for help to identify the dead. The situation is causing problems with funeral services.
The discovery of approximately 100 unidentified bodies in Ceuta’s morgue is a serious event. Seventy-seven people died in an avalanche near the city. These bodies were found on the Spanish side of the border. The deaths involved migrants from Morocco. A crisis protocol was activated, with forensic teams and the Guardia Civil involved in the recovery operation.
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Highlights
100 Unidentified Bodies Found
One hundred bodies were found in the Ceuta morgue.
Families Seek Identification
Families from Morocco are asking to identify the deceased.
Cold Storage Facility Used
A cold room is storing the bodies of the victims.
Avalanche Triggered Crisis
A recent avalanche caused a crisis protocol to be activated.
Migrants Involved in Recovery
Migrants from Morocco were involved in the body recovery.