1 killed, 29 injured in 6.1-magnitude earthquake in NW Türkiye's Balikesir province
Speaking at a press conference in Balikesir, Yerlikaya confirmed that an "81-year-old elder has passed away."
He added that none of the injured are in life-threatening conditions, noting that search and rescue operations have now concluded.
Yerlikaya also reported that a total of 16 buildings collapsed in the rural areas of the province, 12 of which were abandoned structures.
The earthquake, occurring at 7:53 p.m. local time (1653 GMT), triggered widespread panic throughout the region. Residents were seen gathering in open areas as authorities urged the public to stay away from damaged structures.
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