A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck Turkey's northwestern province of Balikesir, resulting in one fatality and 29 injuries. The epicenter was in Sindirgi, and tremors were felt in Istanbul. Sixteen buildings collapsed, including two mosque minarets. Rescue teams worked to find survivors among the rubble. The earthquake triggered aftershocks, and citizens were advised not to enter damaged structures. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan expressed concern for the affected people. Turkey frequently experiences earthquakes due to its location on significant fault lines.
At least one person died and 29 were injured after a 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck Turkey’s northwestern province of Balikesir, causing significant building collapses.
The earthquake had an epicenter in the town of Sindirgi and tremors were felt in Istanbul, affecting a city of over 16 million people.
Officials reported that a total of 16 buildings collapsed, primarily derelict structures, along with two mosque minarets.
Rescue teams continued to search for survivors in the rubble, while the Disaster and Emergency Management Agency warned residents against entering damaged buildings.
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