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Storm Hamstrings Search for Missing UK Girl Swept to Sea in Morocco

Moroccan Civil Protection is now on scene with updates flowing to the UK Foreign Office.

Overview

  • Seven-year-old Inaayah Makda from Blackburn disappeared on Wednesday after a wave swept her from coastal rocks near Casablanca while relatives who were also pulled into the water made it back to shore.
  • Blackburn MP Adnan Hussain reported that search operations continue but have been hindered by a storm affecting sea and air conditions.
  • The MP said the Moroccan ambassador offered assurances of full assistance, with a request lodged for a dedicated police liaison to support the family on the ground.
  • Casablanca’s governor has confirmed Moroccan Civil Protection is conducting searches and communicating developments to UK officials, according to the MP.
  • A community fundraiser has surpassed £50,000 to cover private search costs, including boat hire, aerial support and translation services, as the family deploys additional resources.