🚨 When the Earth Moved: What Just Shook Istanbul — And What Comes Next?
🚨 When the Earth Moved: What Just Shook Istanbul — And What Comes Next?
In a world where every tremor has consequences, Istanbul woke up today to something no one expected.
🌍 A 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Turkey’s largest city early this morning, rattling buildings and nerves alike. The epicenter was reported in the Sea of Marmara, just south of the densely populated metropolis.
According to Turkey’s Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD), no casualties have been reported at the time of writing, but search and rescue teams have been swiftly deployed across the region.
🔹 Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya confirmed a full emergency response is underway.
“We are mobilizing all resources. The safety of our people comes first.”
The shaking lasted only a few seconds — but the questions it raised will echo much longer.
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🌪️ Istanbul sits near the notorious North Anatolian Fault, one of the most active and dangerous fault lines in the world. Experts have warned for decades that a major quake could devastate the city. Today may not have been the one, but it was a wake-up call.
Residents described a deep, rumbling vibration, followed by the unsettling sway of chandeliers, windows, and walls.
🙏 Thankfully, no buildings collapsed, but authorities remain on alert for aftershocks and infrastructure damage.
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