A 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck Istanbul, prompting panic and injuries among residents of the city. About 236 individuals were treated for injuries related primarily to panic attacks, with many attempting to escape buildings. The epicenter was located in the Sea of Marmara, 40 km from Istanbul, and was accompanied by numerous aftershocks. Authorities warned residents against entering potentially damaged buildings and opened sports halls for shelter. Although structural damage reports surfaced, the most significant injury incidents occurred during the chaotic response to the quake, particularly in Istanbul, where the risk of major quakes is a continuous concern.
The earthquake had a shallow depth of 10 kilometers and occurred just 40 kilometers southwest of Istanbul, prompting widespread panic and numerous injuries.
Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya stated the quake lasted 13 seconds and triggered over 100 aftershocks, with the strongest measuring 5.9 in magnitude.
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