During the earthquake, a panicked citizen jumped from the window into the garage.

23.04.2025 18:11

A 6.2 magnitude earthquake that occurred in Silivri, Istanbul, was also felt in the Çerkezköy district of Tekirdağ. During the earthquake, a citizen who experienced panic jumped onto a glass car garage.

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An earthquake measuring 6.2 occurred in the Marmara Sea off the coast of Silivri, Istanbul, at 12:49 on April 23. Following the 13-second tremor, there were 51 aftershocks, the largest being 5.9. Citizens who felt the tremor panicked and rushed into the streets.

JUMPED FROM THE WINDOW INTO THE GARAGE DURING THE EARTHQUAKE

The severe earthquake was also felt in the Çerkezköy district of Tekirdağ. A citizen panicked and jumped out of the window during the earthquake in the Veliköy neighborhood. The man, who jumped onto the car garage, escaped with minor scratches. Those moments were recorded by a nearby security camera.

WHAT TO DO DURING AN EARTHQUAKE?

If you are inside a building:

1. Do not panic.
2. Stay away from unsecured cabinets, shelves, windows, etc.
3. If possible, create a life triangle by crouching or lying next to sturdy furniture like a table supported by solid chairs, or a thick sofa, or a filled chest. Protect your head with your arms or a protective item (pillow, book, etc.). Wait until the shaking stops. Find a safe place and perform the DROP, COVER, and HOLD ON movement to protect your head and neck. Stay where you are until the shaking stops.
4. Stay away from glass, windows, outside walls and doors, and any items that may fall on you, such as lighting fixtures or equipment.
5. If you are in bed when the shaking starts, stay there. If there are no heavy objects that may fall on you, protect your head with a pillow; if possible, move to the nearest safe area.
6. If you do not know a very sturdy and load-bearing door nearby, do not use the door. Most interior doors are simply constructed and are not safe.
7. Do not run towards stairs or exits. Stay inside until the shaking stops, but it is safe to go outside once the shaking has stopped. Do not attempt to leave the building during the shaking.
8. Research shows that most injuries occur while moving inside the building or trying to get outside.
9. Do not go out onto the balcony.
10. Do not jump from balconies or windows.
11. Do not use elevators.
12. DO NOT USE phones except to report EMERGENCIES and FIRES. DO NOT LIGHT matches or lighters, and DO NOT TOUCH electrical switches.
13. Be aware that electricity may be cut off; fire alarms may go off, and fire suppression systems may activate.
14. If you are in a wheelchair, lock the wheels and protect your head and neck.
15. In places with work tools like kitchens, workshops, or laboratories; turn off stoves, ovens, etc. Move away from materials and substances that may spill.
16. After the shaking stops, turn off electricity, gas, and water valves; extinguish stoves and heaters. Take other safety precautions; immediately leave the building using the route you previously identified with an emergency kit containing necessary items and materials.
17. After every major earthquake, there will definitely be aftershocks. Aftershocks become less frequent over time and decrease in magnitude. Aftershocks can cause damage to already damaged buildings. Therefore, do not enter damaged buildings until all shaking has completely stopped.
18. During aftershocks, do what you need to do during the main earthquake.

If you are outside in an open area:

1. Stay outside.
2. Move away from power lines, other buildings, poles, trees, and walls.
3. Crouch in an open area to be prepared for any dangers that may come from around.
4. Move away from the coastline.
5. Do not stay in areas where landslides, rocks, or boulders may fall. If you are in such an environment, move to a safe area as quickly as possible.
6. Be cautious of falling chimneys, glass shards, and plaster from buildings.
7. Be careful of dangers from underground sewage, electrical, and gas lines.
8. The greatest danger is the collapse of the outer walls of buildings. A significant portion of deaths during earthquakes can occur from those who escape from inside buildings and become trapped under debris. The ground movement during an earthquake rarely causes death or injury. Most earthquake-related deaths result from collapsing walls, shattering glass, and falling objects.

If you are driving:

1. If you feel shaking while driving on the road and your location is safe (avoid stopping near buildings, trees, poles, or under overpasses), pull over to the right without blocking the road. Leave the ignition key in place and stay inside the vehicle with the windows closed.
2. Wait cautiously for the shaking to stop. Do not use damaged roads, bridges, and ramps.
3. Stay as far away as possible from normal traffic, trees, poles, and power lines. However, go to open areas after the shaking has stopped.
4. If you are in populated areas or not in a safe place, stop the vehicle; leave the ignition key in the vehicle and go to open areas.
5. If you are in a tunnel and not close to an exit, stop your vehicle, get down, and lie next to your vehicle, pulling your legs to your chest and placing your hands over your head.
6. If you are in a closed parking lot; get out of your car and lie next to it. Large masses like ceilings or tunnels that may collapse on you may crush the vehicle but will not destroy it. If you are inside the vehicle, a falling piece may cause you to be crushed.

If you are on the metro or other public transport:

1. Do not get off the metro or train unless absolutely necessary. You may get electrocuted or be harmed by another train colliding with you.
2. Hold on tightly to a strap, railing, or anything inside the train.
3. Follow the instructions given by metro or train personnel.
4. If you are trapped under debris
5. Do not light matches or lighters.
6. Do not move and do not raise dust.
7. Cover your mouth and nose with a handkerchief or your clothing.
8. Try to signal your location to rescue teams by hitting pipes or walls and whistle. Use shouting as a last resort, as it may cause you to inhale dangerous amounts of dust.

If you are trapped under debris:

1. Do not light matches or lighters.
2. Do not move and do not raise dust.
3. Cover your mouth and nose with a handkerchief or your clothing.
4. Try to signal your location to rescue teams by hitting pipes or walls and whistle. Use shouting as a last resort, as it may cause you to inhale dangerous amounts of dust.