Latest news on the recent Istanbul earthquake
According to urgent earthquake reports, two consecutive earthquakes have occurred in Istanbul. The first earthquake, with a magnitude of 3.9, took place on the shores of Silivri. Subsequently, a severe earthquake struck the same region, with AFAD reporting its magnitude as 6.2. People have been advised not to enter hazardous buildings.
Following these earthquakes, a total of 266 aftershocks have been recorded, the largest of which was 5.9 in magnitude. Additionally, another aftershock was felt this morning at 7:21 a.m. Turkey time, with its magnitude reported as 4.1.
266 aftershocks occurred in Istanbul
According to data obtained from the Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD), following the 6.2 magnitude earthquake that occurred yesterday at 12:49 p.m. Turkey time, on the shores of Silivri in the Marmara Sea, a total of 266 aftershocks have been recorded as of this morning at 9:00 a.m. Turkey time. Of these, 258 aftershocks had magnitudes ranging between 0 and 4, 7 aftershocks were between 4 and 5 in magnitude, and 1 aftershock exceeded a magnitude of 5.
Earthquake meeting by Governor Gol
Davoud Gol, the Governor of Istanbul, participated in coordination meetings held in Beylikduzu, Kucukcekmece, and Avcilar following yesterday’s 6.2 magnitude earthquake on the shores of Silivri in the Marmara Sea.
Istanbul residents spent the night outdoors
Some citizens, who did not wish to return to their homes after the 6.2 magnitude earthquake on the shores of Silivri in Istanbul, spent the night outdoors. While some stayed in tents set up in various parks in Fatih, others preferred to sleep on mattresses laid out on the ground. Some citizens were also seen sleeping in their cars.
Following a statement from the Istanbul governorate, mosques that remained open throughout the night became preferred locations for citizens to sleep. Scenes of citizens sleeping inside the Sehzade Mosque in Fatih were captured. Residents attempted to endure the night in the mosque, seeking shelter from the cold and protection from the risk of earthquakes.
Minister Kachir: Developments are being monitored
The Minister of Industry and Technology, Mohammad Fatih Kachir, stated regarding the earthquake that the Deputy Minister of Interior, Mr. Munir Karaloglu, along with representatives of all crisis management groups, are monitoring developments at the Disaster and Emergency Management Center of AFAD.
In a post shared on his social media account, Minister Kachir stated that the Deputy Minister of Interior, Mr. Munir Karaloglu, along with representatives of all crisis management groups, are monitoring developments at the Disaster and Emergency Management Center of AFAD. Our greatest solace is that no loss of life has occurred in the earthquakes centered in Istanbul. Once again, I wish health and safety for our beloved Istanbul and our country, and I pray, O God, protect our nation from all natural disasters.
The Turkish Red Crescent continues its food aid efforts.
The Turkish Red Crescent has announced that following the 6.2 magnitude earthquake on the shores of Silivri in the Marmara Sea, food aid has been provided to 350,000 citizens in gathering areas.
In a statement released by the Turkish Red Crescent, it was stated that in Istanbul, more than 3,000 volunteers and staff have been serving the public using over 100 service vehicles.
The Minister of Health, Kamal Memishoglu, commented on the earthquakes that occurred in Istanbul:
The earthquakes that occurred in Istanbul and were felt in surrounding provinces caused no initial injuries. However, secondary injuries have been reported due to falls, jumping, or panic.
Based on initial assessments, the total number of injuries resulting from secondary events has reached 236, including 173 in Istanbul, 24 in Tekirdag, 24 in Sakarya, 13 in Bursa, and 2 in Yalova.
So far, 221 injured individuals have been discharged after completing their treatment. The treatment process for 15 injured individuals, whose general condition is stable, continues in hospitals. I pray to God for their swift recovery.
Since the moment the incident occurred, I express my gratitude to all personnel present in the field and medical centers who have played an effective role.
I pray to God to protect our country and our beloved people from any kind of calamity.
