12.06.2025 17:50
A 3.5 magnitude earthquake that occurred in Büyükçekmece at night was reported by some mobile applications as 4.7. The residents of Istanbul became anxious upon receiving the notifications. AFAD stated in a press release that they provide the most reliable data and that citizens should only consider the statements from authorized institutions.
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The aftershocks of the 6.2 magnitude earthquake that occurred off the coast of Silivri in the Sea of Marmara on April 23 continue. Most recently, a 3.5 magnitude earthquake occurred in Büyükçekmece, Istanbul at 02:33 at night. The earthquake, which took place at a depth of 8.36 kilometers, was felt slightly in some districts of Istanbul.
THE 3.5 MAGNITUDE EARTHQUAKE WAS REPORTED AS 4.7
However, some mobile applications reported the magnitude of the 3.5 earthquake as "an earthquake of 4.7 magnitude in Istanbul." Istanbul residents, who were awakened by the notification sound, panicked during the night.
AFAD ISSUED A STATEMENT
A statement was made by AFAD regarding the issue. The statement included the following: "Recently, false earthquake magnitudes have been shared through some digital applications, causing fear and panic among our citizens."
"STATEMENTS FROM AUTHORIZED INSTITUTIONS SHOULD BE CONSIDERED"
In our country, the authority to establish and operate earthquake observation stations, to use the data obtained in this way, and to make public statements belongs to the Disaster and Emergency Management Authority.
As AFAD, we are recording, analyzing, and sharing the safest data with the public by monitoring ground movements 24/7 with more than 1200 earthquake observation stations established in our country. We strongly remind our citizens to consider the statements of authorized institutions and not to trust news and shares containing disinformation. Respectfully announced to the public."
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