In pictures: Morocco quake aftermath

1 of 7 The search for survivors is continuing in Morocco the day after an earthquake hit the north of the country. The rescuers include the Moroccan army and the Red Crescent.

2 of 7 Local volunteers have said heavy equipment, sniffer dogs and field hospitals are needed.

3 of 7 Several European countries have pledged aid and assistance, but rescue workers have found it difficult to reach the most remote areas.

4 of 7 Immediately after the quake the small hospital in al-Hoceima was overwhelmed. But after a while it became quiet, with doctors fearing that other casualties were trapped in villages.

5 of 7 Many survivors were too scared to return to their houses for fear of further aftershocks.

6 of 7 So for thousands it was a very long and very rainy night.

7 of 7 On Wednesday morning some did return to see the damage done to their homes.