23.04.2025 16:01
After the 6.2 magnitude earthquake that occurred in Istanbul, there was a congestion in communication lines. Some GSM operators were temporarily out of service. In the panic following the earthquake, those trying to reach their loved ones reacted by saying, "You charge us thousands of lira, but when we need you the most, you are still unavailable. We experience the same situation in every natural disaster."
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According to the data from the AFAD Earthquake Department, a series of earthquakes occurred in Istanbul at 12:49 with a magnitude of 6.2, at 12:51 with magnitudes of 5.9 and 4.4, at 13:01 with a magnitude of 4.8, at 13:02 with magnitudes of 4.5 and 4.9, and at 15:12 with a magnitude of 4.9. While the tremors were felt in surrounding provinces, the public took to the streets. Citizens wanting to contact their loved ones created congestion on communication lines.
GSM OPERATORS FAILED AGAIN
Citizens reported that some GSM operators were temporarily out of service. Those wanting to get news from their relatives stated that they could not make calls or send messages.
CITIZENS REACTED
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