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February 6 earthquakes: 50,576 buildings need to be destroyed

February 6 earthquakes: 50,576 buildings need to be destroyed

After the inspection of 387,346 buildings, 279,655 were assessed as slightly damaged or undamaged.

15 February 2023

'I took basic needs such as rice, tomatoes, and potatoes'

'I took basic needs such as rice, tomatoes, and potatoes'

Sabri Güreşçi, who claims that he was severely tortured after being taken into custody on charges of theft, was released from the police station. His brother died after being beaten at the police station.

15 February 2023 Ayça Söylemez

President Erdoğan promises monetary compensation and rapid rebuilding efforts

President Erdoğan promises monetary compensation and rapid rebuilding efforts

Relatives of people deceased in the February 6 earthquake will receive 100 thousand lira, and housing issues will be solved within this year, Türkiye's head of state pledges.

15 February 2023

February 6 earthquakes reinvoke fears about İstanbul's potential 'big one'

February 6 earthquakes reinvoke fears about İstanbul's potential 'big one'

In the aftermath of the disastrous February 6 earthquakes in Kahramanmaraş, concerns are running high about the "big one," a devastating earthquake that could strike İstanbul at any time.

15 February 2023 Wouter Massink

Earthquake victims in Diyarbakır unable to obtain basic needs

Earthquake victims in Diyarbakır unable to obtain basic needs

Women have difficulty finding hygienic toilets and taking care of their children. One woman who gave birth in a tent struggles to obtain medicine.

14 February 2023 Norşin Öncel

Investigation into BabalaTV's 'the dam wall is cracked' post

Investigation into BabalaTV's 'the dam wall is cracked' post

An investigation has been launched against Youtuber Oğuzhan Uğur and others responsible at BabalaTV for spreading disinformation.

13 February 2023

Psychological support in four languages for those in the February 6 earthquake zone

FEBRUARY 6 EARTHQUAKES

Psychological support in four languages for those in the February 6 earthquake zone

Mesopotamia Psychologists Initiative is giving psycho-social support in the region hit by the February 6 earthquakes.

10 February 2023

Rescued alive 80 hours after the quake

Rescued alive 80 hours after the quake

People were rescued alive 79 and 80 hours after the earthquake in Maraş, Hatay, and Malatya. Rescue efforts continue in eight cities.

9 February 2023

Soldiers suppress riot in Hatay prison: Three prisoners killed

Soldiers suppress riot in Hatay prison: Three prisoners killed

The killing of three prisoners during the “riot” was confirmed.

8 February 2023

Police detain journalists taking pictures in earthquake-hit Urfa

Police detain journalists taking pictures in earthquake-hit Urfa

The two correspondents were taken into custody on grounds that they did not have press cards given by the Communication Presidency.

8 February 2023

How to help the animals in the earthquake struck areas?

How to help the animals in the earthquake struck areas?

Several NGOs set up initiatives to help the animals in need.

8 February 2023

LGBTI+ and trans people in Gaziantep avoid assembly areas due to hate speech

LGBTI+ and trans people in Gaziantep avoid assembly areas due to hate speech

LGBTI+ and trans people face discriminatory rhetoric and have difficulty finding safe spaces, Mehmet an LGBTI+ activist in Gaziantep states.

8 February 2023 Evrim Kepenek

'This place seems abandoned to its fate. There is no state or government here'

'This place seems abandoned to its fate. There is no state or government here'

Anger is mounting in Türkiye, with many in the country criticizing that the authorities' response to the Maraş earthquakes is slow and inadequate.

8 February 2023

At least 7,108 deaths in Türkiye, 2,470 in Syria in Maraş earthquakes

At least 7,108 deaths in Türkiye, 2,470 in Syria in Maraş earthquakes

At least 40,910 people are injured, and 8,000 have been pulled under the debris.

8 February 2023

At least 1,444 people died in Syria in Maraş earthquakes

At least 1,444 people died in Syria in Maraş earthquakes

80 buildings collapsed in Cindires and 30 in Afrin.

7 February 2023

Death toll rises to over a thousand in disastrous Maraş earthquakes

Death toll rises to over a thousand in disastrous Maraş earthquakes

At least 1.762 people lost their lives, 12.068 were injured, and 5.606 buildings collapsed.

6 February 2023

How can you help the earthquake struck area?

How can you help the earthquake struck area?

Most needed materials are heaters, sanitary pads, blankets, bedlinen, and hygiene kits. The Red Cresent calls for people to donate blood.

6 February 2023

Call for solidarity with migrants in earthquake-affected provinces

Call for solidarity with migrants in earthquake-affected provinces

More than one million migrants from Syria live in the ten cities most affected by the deadly earthquake that hit the south of Türkiye this morning.

6 February 2023

Earthquake destroys only runway of Hatay Airport

Earthquake destroys only runway of Hatay Airport

Authorities have previously been warned that the airport would be built on a fault line. Aid and rescue flights are currently prevented from landing at the airport.

6 February 2023 Evrim Kepenek

7.7 magnitude earthquake hits southeastern Türkiye, at least 912 deaths in 10 cities

7.7 magnitude earthquake hits southeastern Türkiye, at least 912 deaths in 10 cities

At least 912 people lost their lives, 5.385 were injured, and 2.470 have been found alive under the rubble of collapsed buildings, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan stated.

6 February 2023

Earthquake strikes Düzce in northwest Türkiye, 50 injured

Earthquake strikes Düzce in northwest Türkiye, 50 injured

Powerful earthquake struck northwest city of Düzce in Türkiye early in the morning. While no losses of life were reported Health Minister announced that 50 people were injured, with one seriously injured among them.

23 November 2022

Two people die in earthquake in İzmir

Two people die in earthquake in İzmir

İzmir was hit by a magnitude 4.9 earthquake early this morning where one person died of heart attack and 18 year old university student who jumped off balcony lost his life in hospital.

4 November 2022

Moderate earthquake off Turkey's Black Sea coast

Moderate earthquake off Turkey's Black Sea coast

The magnitude 4.4 earthquake off the coast of Zonguldak was felt in nearby provinces, including İstanbul.

The question is not ‘When will earthquake hit?’, but ‘Will we be ready?’

The question is not ‘When will earthquake hit?’, but ‘Will we be ready?’

A press conference was held at Boğaziçi University Kandilli Observatory and Earthquake Research Institute on the occasion of Earthquake Week. It was noted that half of the seismic energy off the coast of Tekirdağ-Silivri has gotten away.

Marmara fault line is about to crack, warns geologist Prof. Naci Görür

Marmara fault line is about to crack, warns geologist Prof. Naci Görür

Geologist and Science Academy member Prof. Görür warns that “the Marmara fault line is about to break and if it happens, it will lead to a magnitude 7.2 earthquake”, noting that it will also lead to serious consequences in Bursa, Bandırma and Biga.

10 February 2022

Magnitude 4.9 earthquake in Turkey’s Kayseri

Magnitude 4.9 earthquake in Turkey’s Kayseri

According to the statement of the Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency (AFAD), the quake happened at a depth of 23.75 kilometers in Turkey’s central Anatolian province of Kayseri at 2.28 am today, on January 18.

18 January 2022

Magnitude 6.4 earthquake off the coast of Cyprus

Magnitude 6.4 earthquake off the coast of Cyprus

Several social media users say that the earthquake was felt in Cyprus as well as in Turkey’s provinces of Antalya, Mersin, Hatay, Adana, Isparta, Burdur and Konya.

11 January 2022

Magnitude 5.3 earthquake off the coast of Antalya's Alanya

Magnitude 5.3 earthquake off the coast of Antalya's Alanya

A 5.3-magnitude earthquake occurred off the coast of Alanya district in Antalya on 6.21 am today, on January 5. While no losses of life or property have been reported, the quake was felt in Alanya, Manavgat and Gazipaşa districts.

Magnitude 5 earthquake hits Turkey's eastern province of Van

Magnitude 5 earthquake hits Turkey's eastern province of Van

According to the Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency, a magnitude 4.9 earthquake hit Van’s Tuşba district; the Kandilli Observatory of Boğaziçi University has announced the magnitude as 5. No losses of life or property have been reported.

6 December 2021

Magnitude 5.1 earthquake hits Turkey’s Aegean province of İzmir

Magnitude 5.1 earthquake hits Turkey’s Aegean province of İzmir

According to the statement of the Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency (AFAD), the epicenter of the earthquake was 56.18 kilometers from Urla district, with a depth of 3.97 kilometers. A 4.3-magnitude aftershock was measured 9 minutes later.

30 November 2021

Two earthquakes hit Düzce, tremors felt in İstanbul

Two earthquakes hit Düzce, tremors felt in İstanbul

The earthquakes caused no casualties or material damage according to initial findings.

17 November 2021

5.1-magnitude earthquake hits Turkey’s Konya province

5.1-magnitude earthquake hits Turkey’s Konya province

The moderate earthquake reportedly happened 10.61 kilometers deep in the central Anatolian province of Konya on 8.43 pm on November 8. Three derelict buildings have been damaged, according to a statement by the Interior Ministry’s AFAD.

9 November 2021

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