Turkey earthquake live updates: at least 10 dead as strong 7.8-magnitude quake hits near Syria border
where it operates at more than 221, with at least 419 people injured, according to a post on Twitter.
The service stated there is “difficulty” in the rescue efforts as “hundreds remain trapped under rubble” and “heavy equipment” is needed. It said the number of dead and injured is expected to rise as hundreds of families are still trapped.Second large earthquake strikes Turkey and Syria less than 12 hours after first
Turkey reports that a second massive earthquake in less than 12 hours has hit the south-east of the country. State media in Syria have also said that Damascus was affected by the latest large quake, although details remain scant. The European Mediterranean Seismological Centre said that preliminary data showed the quake measured 7.7 magnitude on the Richter scale, and was 67km north-east of Kahramanmaraş, Turkey, at a depth of 2km. Turkey’s Disaster and Emergency Management Authority stated that it was slightly smaller at 7.6 magnitude and at a greater depth.had already risen to over 1,200, with Turkish Presidentdescribing it as the country’s largest disaster since 1939.
I know it is difficult to follow, but last night M7.8 earthquake in Turkey has just been followed by a M7.7 20 min ago. It will add to the damage and further complexify the response. Our thoughts are with all the affected people and their loved ones 🙏
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