"Citizens running to the gathering area after the earthquake in Istanbul were in for a big shock."

23.04.2025 16:10

After the 6.2 magnitude earthquake that occurred in Istanbul, citizens heading to the Disaster Assembly Area in Sancaktepe encountered a locked gate at the entrance.

The 6.2 magnitude earthquake that occurred off the coast of Silivri, Istanbul, caused panic throughout the city, especially as citizens sought safe areas.

THE DOOR OF THE ASSEMBLY AREA IS LOCKED

In the Sancaktepe district, after the earthquake, citizens headed towards the Disaster Assembly Area. However, many citizens who reached the area encountered a locked door when they wanted to enter the Disaster Assembly Area. A citizen who shared those moments on social media expressed their outrage. The locked gate in the garden of the assembly area sparked significant backlash.

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