February 6 earthquakes

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Pharmacists also announce that Red Crescent sold them the tents they needed after the quakes

Pharmacists also announce that Red Crescent sold them the tents they needed after the quakes

The chairperson of the Turkish Pharmacists' Association informed that they purchased from the Red Crescent five tents they needed to distribute free medicine to quake victims and that they paid 140 thousand lira for each.

27 February 2023

Türkiye's earthquake death toll exceeds 44,000

Türkiye's earthquake death toll exceeds 44,000

The powerful double earthquake left over 160,000 buildings destroyed or severely damaged and two million people displaced.

26 February 2023

Revealed: Türkiye's Red Crescent sold tents to singer's charity

Revealed: Türkiye's Red Crescent sold tents to singer's charity

Both the Red Crescent and the AHBAP association admitted the sale after a journalist's report. An opposition MP has brought the issue to the parliamentary agenda, accusing the government of turning the Red Crescent into a "business."

26 February 2023

Erdoğan government protested during first top-tier football game after earthquakes

Erdoğan government protested during first top-tier football game after earthquakes

Supporters at Fenerbahçe's home turf called on the government to resign throughout the match. The broadcaster turned down the volume during the chants against the government.

26 February 2023

Purple Truck comes from women in İstanbul to women in quake-hit Adıyaman

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Purple Truck comes from women in İstanbul to women in quake-hit Adıyaman

The group that came with the truck visited tents one by one and distributed underwear, sanitary pads, diapers, baby food, winter coats, slippers and hygiene materials.The next spot to transfer aid will be Hatay.

24 February 2023

Türkiye willing to hold elections in May despite earthquakes, says Erdoğan spokesperson

Türkiye willing to hold elections in May despite earthquakes, says Erdoğan spokesperson

While admitting that the displacement of nearly two million people would bring logistical challenges, Kalın said "there is a tendency to hold the elections on May 14" as planned.

24 February 2023

Drone catches destruction of buildings in Malatya during February 6 quake

Drone catches destruction of buildings in Malatya during February 6 quake

The drone belonging to the municipality was flying for damage assessment purposes when the second quake hit the region.

24 February 2023

Turkish Medical Association raises public health concerns in quake-hit region

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Turkish Medical Association raises public health concerns in quake-hit region

Poor sheltering conditions and insufficient access to drinking water and sanitation exacerbate public health problems, with several types of diseases frequently seen, the association has warned.

24 February 2023

Report: No preparations in advance, insufficient rescue efforts in first 48 hours in Hatay

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Report: No preparations in advance, insufficient rescue efforts in first 48 hours in Hatay

The "Hatay report" was prepared by the Association of Public Health Experts to identify the level of preparation before and response after the quakes in this city with the highest death toll and destruction in the February 6 earthquakes.

24 February 2023

Thousands of İstanbulites request earthquake inspection after Maraş quakes, says official

Thousands of İstanbulites request earthquake inspection after Maraş quakes, says official

The devastating earthquakes on February 6 revived the fears of an anticipated powerful earthquake in the metropolis.

24 February 2023

Magnitude 5 earthquake jolts Türkiye's Hatay

Magnitude 5 earthquake jolts Türkiye's Hatay

On Tuesday, a magnitude 6.4 earthquake struck the southern city that suffered massive devastation after the powerful quakes in Maraş.

23 February 2023

Türkiye detains 138 people over social media posts about earthquakes

Türkiye detains 138 people over social media posts about earthquakes

The charges against the social media users have not been disclosed.

23 February 2023

Halk TV reporter attacked during live earthquake coverage

Halk TV reporter attacked during live earthquake coverage

A person with a hammer threatened a Halk TV reporter, defending the government's efforts following the devastating earthquakes.

23 February 2023

Minister: Earthquakes left over 164,000 buildings collapsed, severely damaged in Türkiye

Minister: Earthquakes left over 164,000 buildings collapsed, severely damaged in Türkiye

The ministry has inspected 1.25 million buildings consisting of 4.5 million independent sections in 11 cities, Kurum has said.

23 February 2023

HDP launches campaign to bring together quake victim families with supporting families

HDP launches campaign to bring together quake victim families with supporting families

The co-chairs of the crisis management center of the party announced that the most frequent demand they receive from the earthquake victims is for accommodation needs.

23 February 2023

Cow rescued from rubble in Hatay 17 days after quakes

Cow rescued from rubble in Hatay 17 days after quakes

The cow was found amid work to bury dead animals to prevent a possible outbreak of a disease.

23 February 2023

'Mountains of debris' rise in Türkiye's quake-hit regions

'Mountains of debris' rise in Türkiye's quake-hit regions

The Chamber of Environmental Engineers estimate that 104 million tones of construction and debris waste will be created as a result of the February 6 earthquakes.

23 February 2023

In photos: Military helicopters deployed to rescue cats trapped in Diyarbakır residential complex

In photos: Military helicopters deployed to rescue cats trapped in Diyarbakır residential complex

After an outcry from locals and animal rights defenders, the authorities halted the demolition to save pets in the buildings that were left severely damaged after the February 6 earthquakes.

23 February 2023

Türkiye's media authority fines three TV outlets over earthquake coverage

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Türkiye's media authority fines three TV outlets over earthquake coverage

Opposition members of the council criticized the decisions.

22 February 2023

'Sorry, we thought you were thieves': Refugee recounts attack during quake rescue efforts

'Sorry, we thought you were thieves': Refugee recounts attack during quake rescue efforts

A group of refugees from Syria were accused of thievery and attacked by locals and relief officers in Hatay city.

22 February 2023 Ruken Tuncel

Kurdistan Regional Government of Iraq sets up tent cities in earthquake-hit Adıyaman

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Kurdistan Regional Government of Iraq sets up tent cities in earthquake-hit Adıyaman

2,500 tents will be set up in five different areas by Barzani Charity Foundation.

22 February 2023

Demolition of Diyarbakır residential complex begins despite pets trapped inside buildings

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Demolition of Diyarbakır residential complex begins despite pets trapped inside buildings

At least 14 pets are trapped inside a residential complex that was left severely damaged after the double earthquake.

22 February 2023 Tuğçe Yılmaz

Türkiye blocks access to popular social media platform Ekşi Sözlük

Türkiye blocks access to popular social media platform Ekşi Sözlük

While the reason for the decision is not yet clear, many social media users assume that it was part of the government's efforts to curb social media following the devastating earthquakes on February 6.

21 February 2023

Türkiye's earthquake death toll climbs to 42,310

Türkiye's earthquake death toll climbs to 42,310

More than 448,000 people have been evacuated from the quake-hit region so far, according to the country's disaster management agency.

21 February 2023

Aerial photos show extent of devastation in Hatay after quakes

Aerial photos show extent of devastation in Hatay after quakes

The 700-year-old Virgin Mary Orthodox Church is among the destroyed buildings in the southern city.

21 February 2023

Over 500,000 households left without electricity in Türkiye's earthquake zone, says MP

Over 500,000 households left without electricity in Türkiye's earthquake zone, says MP

While hundreds of thousands of people have been displaced after the devastating earthquakes, those who continue living in their homes have difficulties in access to basic needs.

21 February 2023

US, Germany express support for Türkiye after earthquakes

US, Germany express support for Türkiye after earthquakes

Germany's president released a statement in Turkish, Kurdish and Arabic to mark the second week of the massive February 6 earthquakes.

21 February 2023

'Earthquakes are warning us; Akkuyu Nuclear Power Plant construction should be stopped'

'Earthquakes are warning us; Akkuyu Nuclear Power Plant construction should be stopped'

The Anti-Nuclear Platform of Mersin, which was one city that felt the February 6 earthquakes although not faced any destruction, warned the government and the opposition against the building of the Akkuyu nuclear power plant in the city.

21 February 2023

Religious authority files complaint against journalist Altaylı over 'orphaned children' tweet

Religious authority files complaint against journalist Altaylı over 'orphaned children' tweet

The renowned journalist used strong words against Diyanet after it issued a religious order about adopting children who lost their parents in the Maraş earthquakes.

21 February 2023

Doctors file complaint over state hospital collapsed in quake

Doctors file complaint over state hospital collapsed in quake

Seventy people were killed when the hospital collapsed after the February 6 earthquakes.

21 February 2023

Death toll in Hatay earthquake rises to six

Death toll in Hatay earthquake rises to six

Two earthquakes hit the southern city late yesterday, two weeks after the devastating Maraş earthquakes.

21 February 2023

Another threat for the earthquake-hit region: Asbestos

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Another threat for the earthquake-hit region: Asbestos

Asbestos demolition expert warns: FFP3 masks should be distributed in the region, watering should be done against dust formation, and debris should be removed without creating hills and on impermeable soil.

20 February 2023 Hikmet Adal

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