02.10.2025 17:16
Famous geology professor Naci Görür commented on the 5-magnitude earthquake that occurred in the Sea of Marmara and caused fear among citizens, saying, "This fault is active and is the northern branch of the North Anatolian Fault. A major earthquake could happen at any moment. If you are referring to the expected Marmara earthquake, unfortunately, it will happen. Sooner or later. Be prepared and get Istanbul ready for the earthquake."
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A 5.0 magnitude earthquake occurred at 14:55 off the coast of Tekirdağ in the Sea of Marmara. The earthquake, which took place at a depth of 6.71 kilometers, caused fear and panic among citizens. The tremor was also felt in surrounding provinces such as Istanbul, Bursa, Çanakkale, Balıkesir, and Yalova, with no negative situations reported.
"A BIG EARTHQUAKE COULD HAPPEN AT ANY MOMENT"
Famous geoscientist Prof. Dr. Naci Görür issued a frightening warning regarding the earthquake. Commenting on the earthquake on his social media account, Görür stated, "A 4.0 (or 5.0) earthquake occurred in Marmara. Friends, this fault is active and the northern branch of the KAF. A big earthquake could happen at any moment. It has been happening for 14 million years, and it will continue to happen. If you are talking about the expected Marmara earthquake, unfortunately, it will happen. Sooner or later. Be prepared and prepare Istanbul for the earthquake," he said.
AFAD: NO NEGATIVE SITUATION HAS BEEN REPORTED
In a statement following the earthquake, AFAD said, "As of now, there is no negative situation following the 5.0 magnitude earthquake that occurred at 14:55 off the coast of Marmaraereğlisi, Tekirdağ in the Sea of Marmara. Field scanning works are ongoing. We extend our best wishes to the affected citizens."
GOVERNOR'S OFFICE: NO DAMAGE REPORT HAS BEEN RECEIVED
Following the 5.0 magnitude earthquake, a statement was made by the Istanbul Governor's Office. The statement said, "So far, no damage reports have been received in Istanbul following the 5.0 magnitude earthquake that occurred off the coast of Marmara Ereğlisi in the Sea of Marmara. Our field teams have begun inspections throughout the city.
We ask our citizens not to approach buildings that may be damaged and to follow the announcements of the authorized institutions," it was stated.
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