Magnitude 5.9 earthquake injures dozens of people in Turkey

a year ago 23/11/2022
  • Turkey is situated in one of the worlds most active earthquake zones.

    A magnitude-6.1 earthquake struck northwest Turkey during Wednesdays early hours, injuring at least 22 people, according to health chiefs.

    Health Minister Fahrettin Koca tweeted that 22 people were injured - including one who was seriously hurt after jumping from a building out of panic.

    Turkish authorities said the quakes epicentre was in Duzce provinces Golyaka district, though it was also strongly felt in Istanbul.... [see source for more information]