First statement from the Istanbul Governorship after the 5.0 magnitude earthquake.

First statement from the Istanbul Governorship after the 5.0 magnitude earthquake.

02.10.2025 15:20

A 5.0 magnitude earthquake occurred in Tekirdağ Marmaraereğlisi. While the Kandilli Observatory reported the magnitude of the earthquake as 5.3, the tremor was also felt in Istanbul, Sakarya, Balıkesir, and Bursa. In a statement following the tremor, the Istanbul Governorship said, "So far, no information about any damage has been received. Please do not approach buildings that may be damaged."

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An earthquake of magnitude 5 occurred in the Sea of Marmara. The earthquake, which took place at 14:55, was off the coast of Marmaraereğlisi in Tekirdağ. Kandilli reported the magnitude of the earthquake as 5.3. The tremor was felt not only in Istanbul but also in Sakarya, Balıkesir, and Bursa.



GOVERNORSHIP: NO DAMAGE REPORT IN ISTANBUL



The Istanbul Governorship made a statement on its social media account regarding the earthquake, stating that no damage reports have been received from Istanbul.



In the statement, it was said, "Our field teams have started inspections throughout the city." It was also requested, "We ask our citizens not to approach buildings that may be damaged and to follow the announcements of the authorized institutions."



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