23.04.2025 18:41
After the 6.2 magnitude earthquake that lasted 13 seconds in Istanbul, aftershocks continue. So far, nearly 60 aftershocks have been recorded, the largest of which was 5.9. All schools and universities in the megacity have been closed for two days. There were no casualties except for those who panicked and jumped from heights. Here are all the details about the earthquake that frightened Istanbul...
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Today, Istanbul was shaken in succession. A 6.2 magnitude earthquake occurred in the Marmara Sea off the coast of Silivri at 12:49. AFAD announced that the earthquake was felt at a depth of 6.92 kilometers. The severe tremor was felt in all districts of Istanbul and surrounding provinces.
ISTANBUL IS SHAKING LIKE A CRADLE AFTER 6.2
During the earthquake, citizens panicked and rushed outside, while the megacity continued to shake after the 6.2. Numerous aftershocks occurred in Istanbul, the largest being 5.9. While aftershocks continued intermittently, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya made a statement regarding the situation.
"THE EARTHQUAKE LASTED 13 SECONDS"
Minister Yerlikaya stated: "A 6.2 magnitude earthquake occurred in the Marmara Sea today at 12:49. The earthquake, which was approximately 7 km deep, lasted a total of 13 seconds. The earthquake, located 24 km away from Silivri, was felt in surrounding provinces, especially Istanbul. By 15:12, 51 aftershocks were recorded, the largest being 5.9."
"6,100 REPORTS RECEIVED"
Our 112 Emergency Call Center has received 6,100 reports so far. The vast majority of these reports were for information. Thankfully, there have been no casualties or injured citizens so far. From the very first moment after the earthquake, all our teams quickly mobilized. According to the assessments made so far, there is no collapse of buildings with residential areas. Our assessments are ongoing.
There are no issues with infrastructure and energy lines. We kindly ask our citizens to pay attention to the statements of our official institutions. Let’s not let our guard down against possible aftershocks. Please do not trust unverified information spread through social media and other channels. I wish a speedy recovery to our citizens living in Istanbul and the provinces where the earthquake was felt. We will continue to share developments with the public. May God protect our country and nation from disasters.
DISASTER ACTION PLAN ACTIVATED
AFAD announced that the Turkey Disaster Response Plan has been activated. The statement included the following: "Immediately after the 6.2 magnitude earthquake that occurred today at 12:49 in the Marmara Sea, off the coast of Silivri, the Turkey Disaster Response Plan (TAMP) was activated as of 13:15. Representatives of all disaster groups gathered at the AFAD Presidency Disaster and Emergency Management Center under the chairmanship of Deputy Minister of Interior Mr. Münir Karaloğlu. Developments are being monitored in real-time.
ANOTHER EARTHQUAKE OF 4.9 MAGNITUDE
According to the data from AFAD's Earthquake Department; earthquakes of 3.9 occurred at 12:19, 6.2 at 12:49, 5.9 and 4.4 at 12:51, 4.5 and 4.9 at 13:02, and 3.4 at 13:07 in succession. After the series of earthquakes, another earthquake of 4.9 magnitude occurred at 15:12, with its epicenter in Büyükçekmece. The depth of the earthquake, which was also felt in surrounding provinces, was recorded as 7.02. Finally, the region was shaken by an earthquake of 3.5 magnitude.
PRESIDENT ERDOĞAN: WE ARE CLOSELY MONITORING DEVELOPMENTS
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, in a statement regarding the earthquakes in Istanbul, said, "I extend my best wishes to our citizens after the earthquakes in Istanbul, and we are closely monitoring the developments."
WARNING FROM THE ISTANBUL GOVERNORATE
In a written statement from the Istanbul Governorate, it was stated, "All our units are on alert due to the 6.2 magnitude earthquake that occurred. As of now, no reports of destruction have been received, and the field scanning activities of our relevant units are ongoing. We ask our citizens to maintain their calm and to avoid approaching buildings that may have been damaged."
"NO ISSUES, NO DESTRUCTION"
The Istanbul Governorate stated, "Work continues at the crisis center established at AFAD.
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No issues have been experienced in energy supply and infrastructure. No issues have been experienced in natural gas supply. No malfunctions or similar issues have occurred in drinking water lines. There is no demolition of buildings in residential areas throughout the city. Relevant units continue their field studies.
AFAD'S WARNING: "DO NOT ENTER DAMAGED BUILDINGS"
In a statement made on AFAD's social media account, it was noted: "Do not enter damaged buildings in the area after the earthquake. Do not stay around risky buildings. Use short message service (SMS) and internet-based messaging applications for your communications. Follow the warnings of official units."
NO DAMAGE TO ROADS, TRAINS, AND METROS
Transport and Infrastructure Minister Abdulkadir Uraloğlu stated, "In our initial assessments, no damage or negative situations have been found in our roads, airports, trains, and metros."
BREAK IN EDUCATION IN ISTANBUL
Following the concerning earthquake, a decision regarding schools was made. Minister of National Education Yusuf Tekin announced that schools in Istanbul would be closed for two days due to the earthquake.
SCHOOLS CLOSED FOR TWO DAYS DUE TO EARTHQUAKE
Minister Tekin stated on his social media account: "So far, no serious negative situations have occurred in our schools following the earthquake that occurred in Istanbul and was felt in surrounding provinces. In line with the need for safe areas, our school yards are open for all our citizens. In cooperation with our other relevant institutions, we have decided to close our schools in Istanbul on Thursday and Friday. I wish all our nation a speedy recovery."
UNIVERSITIES ALSO CLOSED
Additionally, the news that university students were waiting for has arrived. Universities in the megacity have also been closed for two days. YÖK President Erol Özavr stated, "Thank God, no negative situations have occurred in our universities due to the earthquake that occurred in Istanbul. All our higher education institutions in Istanbul have been closed on Thursday and Friday. I once again extend my best wishes for a speedy recovery to our entire nation."
EMPLOYEES WITH DISABILITIES, PREGNANT WOMEN, VETERANS, AND MOTHERS WITH CHILDREN IN PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS ARE ALSO ON LEAVE
Moreover, it was announced that employees with disabilities, pregnant women, veterans, and mothers with children under the age of 10 working in public institutions will also be considered on administrative leave during this period without the need for any action. It was stated that personnel working in health and safety units are excluded from this scope. Istanbul Governor Davut Gül stated: "Due to the 6.2 magnitude earthquake that occurred in Silivri, education in primary and secondary schools in Istanbul has been suspended for 2 days."
Furthermore, employees with disabilities, pregnant women, veterans, and mothers with children under the age of 10 working in public institutions will also be considered on administrative leave during this period without the need for any action. Our personnel working in health and safety units are excluded from this scope.
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