A 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck near Istanbul, causing widespread alarm as residents fled buildings. The quake, recorded at a depth of about 6.92 km, struck at 12:49 PM local time, with its epicenter in the Marmara Sea, roughly 80 km west of the city. Turkish emergency services confirmed two smaller aftershocks accompanied the initial tremor. Many Istanbul residents described this as one of the strongest earthquakes in years, with reports of household items crashing to the ground. While detailed assessments of damage and casualties are still pending, memories of a devastating series of earthquakes in Southern Turkey earlier this year remain fresh. Istanbul, home to around 16 million people, is situated dangerously close to the North Anatolian Fault Line.
Istanbul Shaken by Intense 6.2 Magnitude Earthquake
Istanbul Shaken by Intense 6.2 Magnitude Earthquake
A significant earthquake has hit Istanbul, prompting panic among residents.
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