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Gulf Today
03-06-2025
- Climate
- Gulf Today
VIDEO: 5.8-magnitude quake rattles Turkey's southwestern resorts
A 5.8 magnitude earthquake struck the Marmaris area of southwestern Turkey early on Tuesday, killing one teenager and injuring dozens of people, the interior minister said. The quake, which Turkey's AFAD disaster agency said struck at 2:17 am (2317 GMT on Monday) some 10 kilometres (six miles) off the coast of Marmaris, was also felt in Greece and as far away as Egypt. A 14-year-old girl died following a panic attack and some 70 people were hurt in the Mugla province as they rushed to find safety, including "some who jumped from a height", Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said on X. There were no initial reports of buildings destroyed in residential areas, he said. "In Fethiye, a 14-year-old girl named Afranur Gunlu was taken to the hospital due to a panic attack but, unfortunately, despite all interventions, she passed away," Yerlikaya said. Fethiyeh lies around 100 kilometres to the east of Marmaris. Of those injured, 14 were treated at the scene, eight were briefly treated then discharged and another 46 were being treated in hospital, he said. Many popular seaside resorts are located in Mugla province, including Marmaris, Bodrum and Fethiye, which welcomed 3.7 million foreign visitors in 2024, the Anatolu state news agency said. The earthquake was also "broadly felt" in Greece's Dodecanese islands, the national quake protection authority chief Efthymios Lekkas told the news portal, saying some tourists in Rhodes had been forced to evacuate their hotels. But there were no reports of injuries, he said. It was also felt in Egypt, according to the National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics. Agence France-Presse
Russia Today
03-06-2025
- Climate
- Russia Today
Turkish Mediterranean coast rattled by 5.8-magnitude quake (VIDEOS)
A 5.8-magnitude earthquake struck the Marmaris area of southwestern Türkiye in the early hours of Tuesday, injuring 69 people and resulting in the death of a 14-year-old girl, according to Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya. In early 2023, the country was hit by a devastating earthquake that claimed tens of thousands of lives. According to the Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD), the earthquake originated in the Mediterranean Sea. The epicenter was located 10.43km from the Mugla district of Marmaris, at a depth of 67.91km. In addition to southwestern Türkiye, tremors were felt across parts of southern Greece and the coastal areas of the Aegean Sea, local reports said. A 14-year-old girl in Fethiye died due to a panic attack, despite medical efforts, the interior minister said in a post on X. He added that dozens of people were injured after attempting to jump from heights during the chaos caused by the quake in Mugla Province and surrounding districts. ⚠️ Earthquake Alert: Turkey 🇹🇷At least 69 people injured after jumping out of buildings in panic during a 5.9–6.0 magnitude earthquake off Marmaris, Turkey — governor struck at 2:17 AM, ~26 km south of the safe, Türkiye. 🇹🇷#Earthquake#Marmaris… Yerlikaya noted that field assessments are ongoing under the coordination of the governor, with the AFAD and all relevant institutions actively involved. Emergency teams remain on alert in case of aftershocks. Videos circulating on social media show people in cafes fleeing in panic. Interior cameras show furniture shaking, and another video shows crowds gathering in a park to keep away from buildings. Türkiye lies along two major fault lines, making earthquakes a frequent occurrence in the region.5/A 5.8-magnitude earthquake struck the Dodecanese Islands-Turkey border. At least seven people were injured in Marmaris, Turkey, while trying to escape homes in panic. No serious damage reported.#Greece#deprem#σεισμός# In April, a 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck beneath the Sea of Marmara, sending tremors rippling across the region, including Türkiye's most populous city, Istanbul; 359 people were injured as a result, and one person died due to a heart attack. Now: Citizen's security camera captures the powerful impact of a 5.8 magnitude earthquake shaking Muğla, Turkey 🇹🇷 # On February 6, 2023, a 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck the country, followed by a second powerful quake, claiming the lives of at least 53,000 people in Türkiye and causing widespread destruction across 11 southern and southeastern provinces, flattening buildings and severely damaging infrastructure. In neighboring Syria, the quakes resulted in the deaths of around 6,000 people.
The Hindu
03-06-2025
- Climate
- The Hindu
5.8-magnitude earthquake hits Turkiye's coast; dozens injured, teen dead after being taken to hospital
A magnitude 5.8 earthquake shook a coastal town in Turkey on Tuesday (June 3, 2025), causing panic among residents, officials said. Dozens were reported injured after jumping from windows or balconies to get out of their homes while a teenager died after being taken to the hospital. No major damage was reported. The Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency said the earthquake hit at 2:17 a.m. and was centred in the Mediterranean Sea, off the holiday resort of Marmaris. It was felt in neighbouring regions, including on the Greek island of Rhodes, waking many from their sleep. Turkish Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said on X that a 14-year-old girl was taken to hospital and died there after what he said was an anxiety attack. It was not known if she had any underlying conditions. Muğla Marmaris'te 5.8 büyüklüğünde bir deprem meydan gelmiştir. Çevre illerden de hissedilen depremle ilgili olarak, Valimizin koordinasyonunda AFAD ve ilgili kurumlarımızın tüm ekipleri saha taramalarına devam etmektedir. İlk belirlemelere göre şehir genelinde yerleşim bulunan… — Ali Yerlikaya (@AliYerlikaya) June 3, 2025 Nearly 70 other people were treated for injuries after jumping from windows or balconies in panic, he said. There were no reports of damage to buildings, he added. Turkiye sits on top of major fault lines and earthquakes are frequent. In 2023, a magnitude 7.8 earthquake killed more than 53,000 people in Turkiye and destroyed or damaged hundreds of thousands of buildings in 11 southern and southeastern provinces. Another 6,000 people were killed in the northern parts of neighbouring Syria.
Glasgow Times
03-06-2025
- Glasgow Times
Glasgow tourists warned after earthquake hits Turkey
The quake, which occurred just after 2.17am local time, hit off the southwest coast of Turkey at a depth of around 42 miles. It was strongly felt across Turkey's Turquoise Coast and nearby regions, including the Greek island of Rhodes, just 18 miles from the epicentre. This comes after the Glasgow Times reported in May that tourists in Crete have been urged to avoid the coasts after a huge 6.1 magnitude earthquake rocked the island. READ MORE: Glasgow tourists warned after earthquake hits Crete, Greece According to Turkey's Interior Minister, Ali Yerlikaya, a 14-year-old girl tragically died in the Turkish resort town of Fethiye after reportedly suffering a panic attack. Dozens of others were injured in the chaos that followed. He also reported that around 70 people were hurt while trying to flee buildings and that 14 citizens jumped from heights in the panic. In Marmaris, another popular resort town, seven people sustained injuries after leaping from windows or balconies, according to local governor Idris Akbiyik. Muğla Marmaris'te 5.8 büyüklüğünde bir deprem meydan gelmiştir. Çevre illerden de hissedilen depremle ilgili olarak, Valimizin koordinasyonunda AFAD ve ilgili kurumlarımızın tüm ekipleri saha taramalarına devam etmektedir. İlk belirlemelere göre şehir genelinde yerleşim bulunan… — Ali Yerlikaya (@AliYerlikaya) June 3, 2025 On Rhodes, a destination favoured by many Scottish tourists, the tremors caused widespread alarm. Visitors took to social media to share their experiences. One tourist wrote: "Nothing like being woken up on the fifth floor in Rhodes while the building violently shakes! Something I can tick off the list!" Another said: "Nothing quite like a 6.6-magnitude earthquake to wake you up in the middle of the night in Rhodes." A third added: "Just experienced an earthquake on the last night of our holiday in Rhodes. That was crazy—hotel rocked like a baby's cradle! Hope everyone is OK." READ MORE: 'Code Red' warning isssued to Glasgow tourists after major volcanic eruption in Italy Holiday company TUI reassured guests in Rhodes that local authorities were assessing the situation. In a statement, they said: "At this time, there are no reports of significant damage or injuries. As a precaution, please remain calm and follow any safety instructions provided by your accommodation or local officials." TUI also confirmed that guests would be contacted directly if any specific action was required. According to Turkey's Interior Minister, 14 people were treated at the scene, eight were briefly hospitalised and discharged, and 46 are still receiving hospital care. There have been no reports of injuries in Greece, though tremors were felt as far away as Egypt. Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency confirmed the earthquake's epicentre was located in the Mediterranean Sea. READ MORE: Glasgow holidaymakers warned after earthquake in Turkey The Foreign Office has advised that tourists follow advice from local authorities on what to do before and during an earthquake. They said: "Many parts of Turkey regularly experience earthquakes and tremors. These can be high magnitude, cause damage to infrastructure, and pose a risk to life. "Be aware of the risk of aftershocks. See Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Authority's (AFAD) earthquake page for the latest information about seismic activity in Turkey. "Follow advice from local authorities, tour operators and accommodation providers. See the US Federal Emergency Management Agency guidance about what to do before, during and after an earthquake."
News18
03-06-2025
- Climate
- News18
Powerful 6.2-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Greece's Islands, Tremors Felt In Turkey
Last Updated: Seven people were being treated for injuries after jumping from windows or balconies in panic but there was no immediate report of any serious damage A strong earthquake measuring 6.2 on the Richter scale struck Greece's islands early Tuesday, causing tremors that were also felt across neighbouring Turkey. The quake, centred in the Dodecanese Islands region near the Turkish border, was reported at a depth of 68 kilometres. Residents in both countries were awakened by the shaking, but no immediate reports of major damage have emerged. Meanwhile, a 5.8-magnitude earthquake was recorded in Turkey's Mediterranean coastal town of Marmaris. Officials said that one died, a 14-year-old girl, and several people were injured as they tried to flee their homes in panic. 'A 14-year-old girl died following a panic attack and some 70 people were hurt in the Mugla province as they rushed to find safety, including 'some who jumped from a height", Turkish Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said on X. There were no initial reports of buildings destroyed in residential areas, he added. 'In Fethiye, a 14-year-old girl named Afranur Gunlu was taken to the hospital due to a panic attack but, unfortunately, despite all interventions, she passed away," Yerlikaya said. According to Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency (AFAD), the earthquake hit at 2:17 a.m. local time and was centred in the Mediterranean Sea. 'There is currently no negative situation following the 5.8 magnitude #deprem earthquake that occurred at 02:17 off the coast of Marmaris, Muğla, Mediterranean and was felt in the provinces of Muğla, Aydın, Denizli, Manisa and İzmir. Field scanning work continues," Turkey's AFAD updated in a post on X. Marmaris Governor Idris Akbiyik told Turkish media that the injuries happened when people jumped from windows and balconies in fear, and confirmed that there was no immediate report of any serious damage. Turkey lies on several major fault lines and experiences frequent earthquakes. The country is still recovering from the devastating 7.8-magnitude earthquake in 2023, which killed over 53,000 people and damaged hundreds of thousands of buildings across 11 provinces in the south and southeast. In neighbouring Syria, around 6,000 people also lost their lives in that disaster. (With inputs from agencies) Location : Turkey First Published: June 03, 2025, 07:46 IST
