An earthquake of magnitude 6.2 occurred in western Turkey

Strong earthquake magnitude 6.2 occurred in the western part of Turkey on Monday evening. Tremors were felt in Istanbul and a number of provinces of the country.

There was an earthquake recorded at 22:48 local time. The epicenter of the earthquake was in the province of Balikesir. It is noted that aftershocks are already being recorded, the strongest of which was 4.2 on the Richter scale. Immediately after the strong earthquake, dozens of citizens took to the streets.

There is destruction, the number of victims is being determined.

The epicenter of the earthquake was recorded approximately 10 km from the city of Syndyrgi, powerful tremors were felt by residents of Istanbul, Izmir, Balikesir and several other regions of the country.

In a number of cities, buildings have collapsed and there are now interruptions in electricity and water supply. People are leaving their homes and fear aftershocks and further destruction. Emergency services are on the ground.

Destroyed buildings were reported in the Syndyrgi area (Balikesir province).

? BREAKING: EARTHQUAKE HITS TURKEY

A strong 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck western Turkey.

Tremors were felt in Izmir, Istanbul, Bursa, and nearby regions. Reports indicate noticeable shaking and localized damage. pic.twitter.com/j2GPB1lIvh

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President Recep Tayyip Erdogan: “I convey words of support and wishes for a speedy recovery to all citizens affected by the earthquake that occurred in the Syndirgi region of Balıkesir province and was felt in neighboring regions.

The Emergency Management Agency (AFAD) and other relevant agencies continue to thoroughly survey and monitor the situation on the ground. We are also closely monitoring developments.”

What Lekkas says about the earthquake

According to the president of the OASP, professor of geology Efthimios Lekkasthe earthquake had the same epicenter, southwest of Istanbul, as the magnitude 6 earthquake that occurred on August 10. As he explains, the vibrations come from the same set of faults and are not related to the Anatolian Fault.

There is no particular cause for concern in Greece; it remains to be seen whether damage was caused, given that the earthquake was superficial as the depth of the source was less than ten kilometers.

According to the Lesbos website stonisi.gr, the Turkey earthquake was particularly felt in both the town of Mytilene and the island’s villages.

There are no reports of casualties or injuries

Health Minister Kemal Memisoglu said: “I extend my best wishes to all citizens affected by the 6.1 magnitude earthquake that occurred in Sidirgi, Balıkesir and was felt in the surrounding provinces. We are closely monitoring the situation in coordination with all relevant authorities. At the moment, there have been no reports of negative events in the departments of our ministry. May God protect our country and our people from all disasters.”

Izmir Governor Suleiman Elban stated that at the moment no negative consequences have been recorded in Izmir: “At the moment, no negative consequences have been recorded, and search work in the region continues without interruption. All our groups are in a state of readiness”. Elban wished “get well soon” to all those affected by the earthquake and added: “May God protect our country and our people from all disasters.”

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