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India Gazette
23-04-2025
- Climate
- India Gazette
Earthquake of magnitude 6.0 jolts Turkiye
ANI 23 Apr 2025, 21:40 GMT+10 New Delhi [India], April 23 (ANI): An earthquake of magnitude 6.0 has jolted Turkiye on Wednesday afternoon, as reported by the National Center for Seismology. In a post on X, the NCS noted that the earthquake took place in the afternoon at 15:19 hours (Indian standard time) at a latitude of 40.99 North and 28.10 E. As per the NCS, the earthquake occurred at a depth of 10 kilometres. NCS wrote on X, 'EQ of M: 6.0, On: 23/04/2025 15:19:11 IST, Lat: 40.99 N, Long: 28.10 E, Depth: 10 Km, Location: Turkey.' Citing Turkiye's Disaster and Emergency Management Agency (AFAD), CNN reported that the earthquake occurred in the Sea of Marmara close to Silivri, and aftershocks are continuing. As per CNN, with two key faults around it- the North Anatolian and the East Anatolian - Turkiye is one of the most seismically active regions in the world. (ANI)
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
6.2 magnitude earthquake causes panic in Turkey's largest city
On Wednesday, Istanbul, Turkey's largest city was hit by a 6.2 magnitude earthquake that was followed by a series of aftershocks. According to The Associated Press, the epicenter of the quake was about 25 miles southwest of Istanbul in the Sea of Marmara. The initial earthquake occurred at 12:49 p.m. local time and lasted about 13 seconds. It was followed by over 50 aftershocks, the largest of which had a magnitude of 5.9, per BBC. No deaths or serious damage have been reported but 151 people were hospitalized with injuries. 'Due to panic, 151 of our citizens were injured from jumping from heights,' the Istanbul governor's office said in a statement, per the AP. 'Their treatments are ongoing in hospitals, and they are not in life-threatening condition.' According to CNN, Turkey is in the vicinity of two major fault lines — the North Anatolian and the East Anatolian — making it one of the most seismically active regions in the world. The earthquake occurred during a public holiday when kids were out of school and many people in the city were celebrating in the streets of Istanbul. The quake caused people to panic and rush from their homes and buildings and into the streets. Many people fled to parks and other open areas avoiding being near buildings in case of collapse, there are some people who have pitched tents in parks to spend the night in, according to the AP. The quake was felt in the neighboring provinces of Yalova, Balikesir, Tekirdag and Bursa, and in the city of Izmir which is around 340 miles south of Istanbul. 'Thank God, there does not seem to be any problems for now,' President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said, per the AP. 'May God protect our country and our people from all kinds of calamities, disasters, accidents and troubles.'
Time Out
23-04-2025
- Time Out
Is it safe to travel to Türkiye? Latest advice following 6.2 earthquake
Türkiye 's cities and beaches have made it a hugely popular travel destination. However, the country lies on the Anatolian tectonic plate, which is surrounded by the larger Eurasian and African plates, and sits on two major fault lines – the North Anatolian fault and the East Anatolian fault – and it's highly prone to earthquakes. Several tremors have been felt in Istanbul today, the largest of which registered as a 6.2 earthquake. It's obviously worrying news if you have a trip booked to Türkiye, so here is everything you need to know about whether it is safe to travel right now. Is it safe to travel to Türkiye? Türkiye's Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency has reported several earthquakes in quick succession in and around Istanbul. The first was a 3.9 magnitude earthquake which hit at 12.13pm local time, the second was a 6.2 magnitude at 12.49pm and the third was 4.4 magnitude at 12.51. There have been around 150 injuries reported so far, due to jumping from heights to escape, according to the BBC. Buildings in Istanbul have been shaking, and people are being encouraged to stay away from buildings which could be damaged. Following those initial three tremors, three more have since been reported in Istanbul's Buyukcekmece district. Where was the earthquake? The earthquakes are thought to have had a shallow depth of 10km with an epicentre around 40km southwest of Istanbul in the Sea of Marmara, according to euronews. The quakes have been felt most strongly in Istanbul, but the US Geological Survey suggests it could also have affected Bulgaria, Romania and Greece and reports now suggest it was felt in Ankara, according to Mayor Mansur Yavas. What is the UK Foreign Office saying? The UK Government is yet to update its travel advice page for Türkiye with information on the earthquake, but you can keep an eye on that for all the latest information here. On the safety and security page, it reads: 'Many parts of Turkey regularly experience earthquakes and tremors. These can be a high magnitude, cause damage to infrastructure, and pose a risk to life. 'Follow any advice given by the local authorities. See the US Federal Emergency Management Agency guidance about what to do .' When was the last earthquake in the region? Back on February 6 2023, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck Türkiye and was followed hours later by another strong tremor. Across 11 southern and southeastern Turkish provinces, hundreds of thousands of buildings were damaged or destroyed. The earthquake killed 53,000 people in Türkiye and an estimated 6,000 people in northern Syria.
Hans India
23-04-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
6.2-Magnitude Quake Hits Istanbul; Panic, Injuries Reported
A sequence of earthquakes, including a major tremor of magnitude 6.2, struck Istanbul on Wednesday, causing buildings to shake, triggering panic, and leading to injuries for over 150 residents. According to Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD), the epicenter of the strongest quake was located beneath the Sea of Marmara near Istanbul's Silivri district. The tremor, felt as far as Ankara—over 275 miles away—was followed by 51 aftershocks. Authorities confirmed the most powerful aftershock registered at magnitude 5.9. Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya stated the main quake lasted 13 seconds and occurred about seven kilometers underground. While no fatalities or widespread structural damage have been reported, at least 151 people were injured, many after jumping from heights in fear during the tremors. Istanbul Governor's office confirmed that no residential buildings had collapsed. However, a partially abandoned structure in the Fatih district gave way, though no casualties resulted from the incident. Emergency response teams are conducting structural assessments citywide. In response to the quakes, Istanbul's Education Minister Yusuf Tekin announced that all schools in the city would remain closed on Thursday and Friday. Schoolyards will remain open to provide safe public gathering areas. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan addressed the nation from Ankara, assuring that monitoring and response measures are ongoing. He emphasized that government agencies are coordinating efforts to assess potential risks and safeguard citizens. Local media showed scenes of residents evacuating buildings and gathering in open spaces. Many reported feeling successive tremors and described moments of confusion and fear. Emergency hotlines received over 6,000 calls within hours of the initial quake. Earthquake researcher Naci Görür stated that Wednesday's quakes occurred along the Kumburgaz fault line. While not the anticipated 'major' seismic event, he warned that the tremors increase strain along the fault and could trigger a more powerful future earthquake. Experts have warned for years that Istanbul, home to over 16 million people and built near the North Anatolian fault, remains vulnerable to high-magnitude quakes. In 1999, a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck northwestern Turkey, resulting in over 17,000 deaths. Authorities continue to advise residents to stay away from potentially damaged buildings and to limit mobile phone usage to emergency needs. Infrastructure services, including energy, water, and gas, remain unaffected at this time.
Saudi Gazette
23-04-2025
- Politics
- Saudi Gazette
Magnitude 6.2 earthquake strikes near Istanbul as scores injured in panic
ISTANBUL — A 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Istanbul on Wednesday leading to scenes of panic in the Turkish metropolis, officials said. The quake occurred in the Sea of Marmara close to Silivri, which lies around 70 kilometers (40 miles) to the west of the city, and aftershocks are continuing, according to Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Agency (AFAD).. Istanbul authorities said there had been no loss of life but that 151 people were injured after 'jumping from heights due to panic.' No residential buildings were damaged, authorities added, but one abandoned building collapsed in the central Fatih District. CNN Turk anchor Meltem Bozbeyoğlu was live on air when the quake struck, with the studio visibly shaking on camera. In February 2023, Turkey experienced one of its deadliest earthquakes in the last century, when a 7.8 magnitude quake struck 23 kilometers (14.2 miles) east of Nurdagi, in the southern Gaziantep province, at a depth of 24.1 kilometers (14.9 miles). That quake also hit northern Syria, killing more 50,000 people across both countries. With two key fault lines in its vicinity – the North Anatolian and the East Anatolian – Turkey is one of the most seismically active regions in the world, a reality that has amplified concern over Istanbul's earthquake preparedness. Once the capital of the Byzantine and the Ottoman empires, the densely populated city is home to around 16 million people. It lies precariously close to the North Anatolian fault, which passes within 20 kilometers (12.4 miles) of Istanbul and through the Sea of Marmara, according to the Geological Society of London. Historically, that fault has led to several disastrous earthquakes, including a 7.6 magnitude quake that struck the nearby city of Izmit in 1999, killing over 17,000 people, and displacing an estimated 500,000 others. An earthquake occurs when the Earth's crust shifts abruptly, with energy radiated out as seismic waves and shaking that can violently impact people, buildings and infrastructure. Those waves and factors related to the shifting ground determine an earthquake's magnitude, as measured through 10 on the scale most commonly used to describe quakes. An earthquake that measures between 6 and 6.9 is classified as 'strong.' — CNN
