“ A strong 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck western Turkey, collapsing at least three buildings that were damaged in the previous quake. Source: The Associated Press Details: According to the Agency for Emergency Situations and Disaster Management (AFAD), the epicenter of the 6.1-magnitude earthquake was in the city of Sindirgi in Balikesir province. The earthquake occurred at 22:48 local time at a depth of 5.99 kilometers. It was felt in Istanbul and the neighboring provinces of Bursa, Manisa and Izmir. At least three unoccupied buildings and a two-story store collapsed in Sindirgi, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikai said. These structures were already damaged during the previous earthquake. According to the governor of Balikesir Ismail Ustaoglu, a total of 22 people suffered injuries that may occur due to the physical and psychological effects of the earthquakes. So far, no victims have been identified in Turkey. Local television reported that many people remained outside, afraid to return to their homes.”, — write: www.pravda.com.ua
Source: The Associated Press
Details: According to the Emergency and Disaster Management Agency (AFAD), the epicenter of the 6.1 magnitude earthquake was in the city of Sindirgi in Balikesir province.
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The earthquake occurred at 22:48 local time at a depth of 5.99 kilometers.
It was felt in Istanbul and the neighboring provinces of Bursa, Manisa and Izmir.
At least three unoccupied buildings and a two-story store collapsed in Sindirgi, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikai said. These structures were already damaged during the previous earthquake.
According to the governor of Balikesir Ismail Ustaoglu, a total of 22 people suffered injuries that may occur due to the physical and psychological effects of the earthquakes.
So far, no victims have been identified in Turkey.
Local television reported that many people remained outside, afraid to return to their homes.