Tesco has donated £250,000 to the British Red Cross to provide assistance to people affected by the earthquake in Morocco and flooding in Libya.

Over the next few days, customers across the UK will also be able to support the charity’s Disaster Fund by texting to give donations of £5, £10 or £15.

Donations can also be made online at Tesco.com or with Clubcard vouchers using the app.

Sainsbury’s is also donating £500,000, half of which is going to the British Red Cross and the remaining half to Oxfam’s emergency response to the earthquake in Morocco.

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Sainsbury’s CEO, Simon Roberts, said: “Our thoughts go out to all of the families and communities affected by the terrible events in Morocco and Libya. We are donating a total of £500,000 split between Oxfam and the British Red Cross to support with providing emergency assistance on the ground.

“Both organisations are playing a vital role in caring for those affected and we hope that our donation will support their efforts to make a difference at this difficult and devastating time.”

Tesco Group CEO, Ken Murphy, added: “We were deeply shocked and saddened to see the pictures and stories from Morocco since this disaster occurred on Friday night and now the tragic extent of the situation in Libya.”

“I know many Tesco colleagues are already looking to provide support and assistance, and we are pleased to be able to work with the British Red Cross to give financial support that directly helps local teams on the ground.”