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Thu, 26 Sep 2019 04:36:00 +0200

This week, 22 civilians were killed in two separate air strikes. The first incident occurred on 23 September in Amran Governorate when a mosque was hit. 7 civilians, including women and children from the same family were killed. On 24 September, 15 civilians were killed and 15 more were injured when....

4.6-magnitude earthquake triggers fear among Istanbul residents

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 04:16:00 +0200

which struck southwest of Istanbul in the Marmara Sea on Sept. 24 caused panic among the residents of Istanbul. The quake hit at a depth of 5.36 kilometers at 11 a.m. local time near the Silivri district of Istanbul, according to Turkey ’s Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD). The quake was also felt in neighboring provinces.

4.6 magnitude quake strikes southwest of Istanbul

Wed, 25 Sep 2019 05:33:00 +0200

A 4.6 magnitude earthquake struck southwest of Istanbul in the Marmara Sea on Monday morning. The quake struck at a depth of 5.36 kilometers (3.33 miles) at 11 a.m. local time (0800GMT), according to Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD).

4.6-magnitude earthquake strikes Marmara region

Tue, 24 Sep 2019 14:04:00 +0200

ISTANBUL An earthquake measuring 4.6 on the Richter scale jolted the Marmara region in the morning of Sept. 24, causing fear and panic in the region and the province. The quake hit at a depth of 5.36 kilometers (3.33 miles) at 11 a.m. local time (0800GMT) near the Silivri district of Istanbul,....

Turkey: 4.6 magnitude earthquake strikes Marmara Sea

Tue, 24 Sep 2019 12:32:00 +0200

Quake hit Marmara Sea near Silivri district of Istanbul, no reports of causalities or damages, say authorities. ISTANBUL A 4.6 magnitude earthquake struck southwest of Istanbul in the Marmara Sea on Tuesday, the disaster authority said. The quake hit at a depth of 5.36 kilometers (3.33 miles) at 11 a.

Istanbul hit by 4.6 magnitude earthquake

Tue, 24 Sep 2019 12:28:00 +0200

A 4.6 magnitude earthquake struck southwest of Istanbul in the Marmara Sea this morning. The quake struck at a depth of 5.36 kilometers at 11 a.m., according to Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD). The temblor, which struck closest to Silivri district, was felt in some....

4.6-magnitude quake hits Istanbul, no casualties reported

Tue, 24 Sep 2019 12:23:00 +0200

ISTANBUL, Sept. 24 (Xinhua) -- An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.6 hit Turkey's biggest city Istanbul on Tuesday, but no casualties have been reported so far. The tremor happened in the Marmara Sea off the Silivri district at 11:00 a.m. local time (0800 GMT), the Disaster and Emergency Management....

Thomas Cook collapse: 'We found out our holiday was cancelled on Twitter'

Tue, 24 Sep 2019 05:23:00 +0200

O ur video team have shed some light on what led to the collapse of Thomas Cook. Three hour delays for Thomas Cook passengers in Turkey. Thomas Cook customers heading home from holidays in Turkey faced delays of more than three hours when they arrived at Turkey’s Antalya airport on Monday, writes Andrew Wilks.

Mapping Europe’s earthquake risk

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 12:51:00 +0200

The Balkan and Mediterranean countries, as well as Turkey, are all at higher risk of earthquakes than many other parts of Europe, according to a map produced by EU researchers. Researchers at the EU-funded SHARE project have produced a map displaying which parts of Europe are most at risk from an....

FEATURE: Turks remember 921 work

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 19:12:00 +0200

Twenty years ago, Turkish newspaper Star Gazetesi featured a photograph that showed several Turkish rescue workers in orange uniforms, with one of them presenting a bouquet of flowers to a middle-aged Taiwanese woman lying in bed and covered with a quilt.

Solomon Islands

Wed, 18 Sep 2019 04:23:00 +0200

21 May 2015 03:20 GMT Earthquake hits the Solomon Islands A 6.9-magnitude quake has hit islands in the Pacific, but no tsunami warning was issued and no major damage is expected. 14 Mar 2015 15:56 GMT Vanuatu appeals for aid in wake of devastating cyclone At least eight people are confirmed dead....

Mongolia-US joint disaster management exercise ‘Gobi Wolf 2019’ underway 1 hour

Mon, 16 Sep 2019 10:37:00 +0200

Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. ‘Gobi Wolf-2019’ international exercise is taking place in Dornogobi aimag between September 9 and 21. For the 8th year since 2009, the international exercise is being jointly organized by the National Emergency Management Agency, the Embassy of the United States and the United States Indo-Pacific Command.

Expert warns of earthquake risk in Istanbul districts near sea

Mon, 16 Sep 2019 04:30:00 +0200

Istanbul districts close to the Marmara Sea are at higher risk of earthquakes, an expert warns. Associate professor Bülent Özmen of Gazi University says Turkey's most populated city saw changes in terms of risk after an update of an earthquake risk map dating back to 1996. That risk map was published three years before a 7.

4 earthquakes strike central Turkey's Çankırı

Sun, 15 Sep 2019 04:18:00 +0200

Four earthquakes with magnitudes of 4.7, 4.8, 4.3 and 4.1 struck central Turkish province on Çankırı Saturday as the tremor was felt in capital Ankara, witnesses said. According to the Disaster Management Agency (AFAD), the epicenter of the quakes was Çerkeş district -- 100 kilometers (62 miles) north of Ankara -- at a depth of 13.

EU Civil Protection Mechanism

Thu, 05 Sep 2019 04:27:00 +0200

The overall objective of the EU Civil Protection Mechanism is to strengthen cooperation between the EU Member States and 6 Participating States in the field of civil protection, with a view to improving prevention, preparedness and response to disasters.

The Civil Protection mechanism within the EU

Wed, 04 Sep 2019 14:07:00 +0200

We often hear of or read about natural disasters, both in Europe and elsewhere. These tragedies more often than not strike unexpectedly, with consequential disastrous results. In certain cases the country or countries affected by the tragedy might not have the necessary resources to cope with the consequences.

Earthquake hits historically Armenian Kharberd city in Turkey

Tue, 03 Sep 2019 16:18:00 +0200

Earthquakes were recorded in the Karakocan district of the Turkish city of Elazığ (Kharberd-ed.) on the evening of September 2 and at midday on September 3. According to the Turkish Sozcu, the magnitude of the earthquake on the evening of September 2 was 3.7, while that of the earthquake at midday on September 3 4.

Iran oil tanker sought by US again says it will go to Turkey

Fri, 30 Aug 2019 10:11:00 +0200

ALEXANDRIA, Egypt: Egypt’s coastal city of Alexandria, which has survived invasions, fires and earthquakes since it was founded by Alexander the Great more than 2,000 years ago, now faces a new menace in the form of climate change. Rising sea levels threaten to inundate poorer neighborhoods and....

Nouvelle secousse à Athènes, réplique du séisme du 19 juillet

Tue, 27 Aug 2019 10:46:00 +0200

Un séisme de magnitude 4 sur l'échelle de Richter, réplique du fort tremblement de terre du 19 juillet, a été ressenti ce mardi matin à Athènes, sans faire de victime ou de dégâts, a annoncé l'Institut grec de géodynamique. » LIRE AUSSI - Le sud-ouest de la Turquie secoué par un fort séisme....

Large earthquake with 5.7 magnitude shakes Turkey's Istanbul

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 13:35:00 +0200

An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.7 shook Turkey's largest city Istanbul on Thursday, the Kandilli Observatory and Earthquake Research Institute said. The epicentre of the quake was about 70 kilometres west of Istanbul in the Marmara Sea, south of the town of Silivri. Reuters witnesses felt buildings shake in the city during the quake.

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 13:33:00 +0200

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Earthquake with 5.7 magnitude shakes Turkey's Istanbul -observatory

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 13:47:00 +0200

ISTANBUL (Reuters) - An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.7 shook Turkey's largest city Istanbul on Thursday, according to quake monitors, sending residents out of buildings and on to the streets though there were no immediate reports of damage or casualties.

AFP - Turkey-earthquake

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 13:51:00 +0200

5.7-magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul Istanbul, Sept 26, 2019 (AFP) - A 5.7-magnitude earthquake shook Turkey's largest city on Thursday, driving residents to evacuate buildings, AFP journalists witnessed. The quake's centre was in the town of Silivri in Istanbul province, Istanbul's Bogazici....

Earthquake with 5.7 magnitude hit Turkey's Istanbul

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 13:50:00 +0200

An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.7 hit Turkey’s Istanbul today, the Kandilli Observatory and Earthquake Research Institute said. The epicenter of the quake was 64 kilometers west of Istanbul in the Marmara Sea. The outbreak lay at a depth of 12 kilometers. No injuries or damage have been yet reported.

Second earthquake in a week shakes Turkey's Istanbul

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 14:06:00 +0200

An 5.7-magnitude earthquake shook Turkey's largest city Istanbul on Thursday. The epicentre of the quake was about 70 kilometres west of Istanbul in the Marmara Sea, south of the town of Silivri. Witnesses said they felt buildings shake in the city during the quake. On Tuesday, a 4.

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 14:05:00 +0200

ISTANBUL — Turkey’s emergency authority says a 5.8 magnitude earthquake has shaken Istanbul. The Disaster and Emergency Management Authority says in a statement that the quake struck in the Sea of Marmara at 13:59 p.m. (10:59 GMT) at 6.9 kilometres below ground. Turkey is crossed by fault lines and prone to earthquakes.

Earthquake shakes Istanbul: Reuters source

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 14:02:00 +0200

An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.7 shook Turkey's largest city Istanbul on Thursday, according to quake monitors, sending residents out of buildings and on to the streets though there were no immediate reports of damage or casualties. Witnesses felt buildings shake in the city during the quake....

UPDATE 1-Earthquake shakes Turkey's Istanbul, no reports of casualties

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 14:01:00 +0200

(Adds details, background) ISTANBUL, Sept 26 (Reuters) - An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.7 shook Turkey's largest city Istanbul on Thursday, according to quake monitors, sending residents out of buildings and on to the streets though there were no immediate reports of damage or casualties.

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, damages mosque

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 14:50:00 +0200

ISTANBUL - A 5.8 magnitude earthquake shook Istanbul on Thursday, sending school children and residents into the streets and collapsing the minaret of a mosque in Turkey’s commercial and cultural centre. Turkey’s Disaster and Emergency Management Authority said the earthquake struck in the Sea of Marmara at 1:59 p.

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, damages mosque Source: AP

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 14:47:00 +0200

ISTANBUL (AP) - A 5.8 magnitude earthquake shook Istanbul on Thursday, sending school children and residents into the streets and collapsing the minaret of a mosque in Turkey's commercial and cultural center. Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Authority said the earthquake struck in the Sea of Marmara at 1:59 p.

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, damages mosque

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 15:01:00 +0200

A 5.8 magnitude earthquake shook Istanbul on Thursday, sending school children and residents into the streets and collapsing the minaret of a mosque in Turkey's commercial and cultural center. Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Authority said the earthquake struck in the Sea of Marmara at 1:59 p.

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, damages mosque Source: AP

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 14:59:00 +0200

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, damages mosque Source: AP

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 14:57:00 +0200

5.7-magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 14:54:00 +0200

ISTANBUL: A 5.7-magnitude earthquake shook Turkey 's largest city on Thursday, driving residents to evacuate buildings, AFP journalists witnessed. The quake's centre was in the town of Silivri in Istanbul province, Istanbul's Bogazici University Observatory and Earthquake Research Institute said, measuring it at magnitude 5.

5.8 earthquake shakes Istanbul

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 15:13:00 +0200

An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.8 shook Turkey’s largest city Istanbul on Thursday, the Kandilli Observatory and Earthquake Research Institute said. A powerful earthquake struck the Turkish metropolis Istanbul on Thursday, according to Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency (AFAD).

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, damages mosque

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 15:13:00 +0200

People stand on the streets after evacuating their homes, following an earthquake in Istanbul, Thursday, Sept. 26, 2019. Turkey's emergency authority says a 5.8 magnitude earthquake has shaken Istanbul with no immediate damage reported. People sit and stand on the streets after evacuating their....

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, damages mosque

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 15:11:00 +0200

ISTANBUL (AP) — A 5.8 magnitude earthquake shook Istanbul on Thursday, sending school children and residents into the streets and collapsing the minaret of a mosque in Turkey’s commercial and cultural center. Turkey’s Disaster and Emergency Management Authority said the earthquake struck in the Sea of Marmara at 1:59 p.

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, no damages seen

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 15:06:00 +0200

ISTANBUL (AP) — A 5.8 magnitude earthquake shook Istanbul on Thursday, sending school children and residents into the streets and collapsing the minaret of a mosque in Turkey's commercial and cultural center. Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Authority said the earthquake struck in the Sea of Marmara at 1:59 p.

Mosque damaged as 5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul September 26 Updated

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 15:06:00 +0200

Getting audio file... Audio for this article is not available at this time. This translation has been automatically generated and has not been verified for accuracy. Full Disclaimer A 5.8 magnitude earthquake shook Istanbul on Thursday, sending schoolchildren and residents into the streets and....

Istanbul earthquake paralyzes networks of mobile operators

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 15:06:00 +0200

Baku, Azerbaijan, Sept. 26. By Rufiz Hafizoglu - Trend: The 5.8 magnitude earthquake paralyzed the cellular network of Istanbul, reports via Turkish media. According to media reports, following the earthquake some mobile operators' networks ceased working. The reason for this, according to media reports, is line congestion.

Another strong quake hits Istanbul (PHOTO/VIDEO)

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 15:06:00 +0200

Baku, Azerbaijan, Sept. 26. By Rufiz Hafizoglu - Trend: A 5.8 magnitude earthquake hits Istanbul, reports citing Turkish media. "The epicenter of the earthquake was at a depth of five kilometers. Tremors were felt in neighboring cities as well," reports read. The earthquake occurred at 13:59 (UTC +3).

Strong earthquake shakes Istanbul

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 15:03:00 +0200

ISTANBUL, TURKEY - SEPTEMBER 26: Broken minaret of Avcilar Central Mosque is seen after 5.8-magnitude earthquake hit Istanbul, Turkey on September 26, 2019. A powerful earthquake struck the Turkish metropolis Istanbul on Thursday, according to Turkey’s quake monitoring center.

Turkey: Strong earthquake shakes Istanbul

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 15:03:00 +0200

ANKARA ANKARA (AA) A powerful earthquake struck the Turkish metropolis Istanbul on Thursday, according to Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency (AFAD). AFAD said a 5.8-magnitude earthquake centered in the Sea of Marmara hit at 1.59 p.m. (1059GMT). The earthquake, off Silivri district, occurred at a depth of 6.

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, damages mosque

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 15:02:00 +0200

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, damages mosque Source: AP

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 15:19:00 +0200

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, damages mosque Source: AP

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 15:17:00 +0200

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, damages mosque

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 15:16:00 +0200

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, 8 slightly injured

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 15:36:00 +0200

ISTANBUL - A 5.8 magnitude earthquake shook Istanbul on Thursday, slightly injuring eight people and sending school children and residents into the streets of Turkey’s commercial and cultural hub. The Disaster and Emergency Management Authority said the earthquake struck in the Sea of Marmara at 1:59 p.

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, 8 slightly injured

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 15:48:00 +0200

A 5.8 magnitude earthquake shook Istanbul on Thursday, slightly injuring eight people and sending school children and residents into the streets of Turkey's commercial and cultural hub. The Disaster and Emergency Management Authority said the earthquake struck in the Sea of Marmara at 1:59 p.m. (1059 GMT) at 7 kilometers (4.

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, 8 slightly injured

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 15:46:00 +0200

ISTANBUL (AP) - A 5.8 magnitude earthquake shook Istanbul on Thursday, slightly injuring eight people and sending school children and residents into the streets of Turkey's commercial and cultural hub. The Disaster and Emergency Management Authority said the earthquake struck in the Sea of Marmara at 1:59 p.

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, no immediate damage reported

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 15:04:00 +0200

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, 8 slightly injured

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 15:58:00 +0200

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said eight people were injured and had received treatment. "Apart from small damage, we have not received any reports so far that would pain our hearts," he said. Health Minister Fahrettin Koca on Twitter confirmed there were no deaths. News footage showed a collapsed minaret in the city's western Avcilar district.

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, damages mosque

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 16:12:00 +0200

5.8 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Istanbul, 8 Slightly Injured

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 16:12:00 +0200

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, damages mosque

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 16:05:00 +0200

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, 8 slightly injured

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 16:04:00 +0200

ISTANBUL (AP) — A 5.8 magnitude earthquake shook Istanbul on Thursday, slightly injuring eight people and sending school children and residents into the streets of Turkey's commercial and cultural hub. The Disaster and Emergency Management Authority said the earthquake struck in the Sea of Marmara at 1:59 p.

Watch:5.8 magnitude quake hits Istanbul, damages mosque

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 16:03:00 +0200

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, 8 slightly injured

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 16:16:00 +0200

President: Eight people injured as result of earthquake in Turkey’s Istanbul

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 16:34:00 +0200

Baku, Azerbaijan, Sept. 26. By Rufiz Hafizoglu - Trend: Eight people were injured as a result of the earthquake in Turkey’s Istanbul city, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said. “Old buildings cracked in some districts of Istanbul,” the president added, Trend reports referring to the Turkish media.

Eight injured in earthquake in Istanbul - Erdogan

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 16:33:00 +0200

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5.8 magnitude earthquake rattles Western Turkey

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 17:01:00 +0200

Istanbul [Turkey], Sept 26 (ANI): An earthquake measuring 5.8 on the Richter scale struck Western Turkey on Thursday, the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) said. The epicentre of the quake was registered at a depth of 12 kilometres, about 64 kilometres west of capital Istanbul, according to EMSC, as reported by Sputnik news agency.

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, 8 slightly injured

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 16:53:00 +0200

Pánico en Turquía por sismo, no se registran víctimas (VIDEO)

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 16:53:00 +0200

El movimiento telúrico es el de mayor escala registrado en Estambul en más de una década, hasta el momento no se reportaron víctimas o daños graves. Un terremoto de magnitud 5.8 en la escala de Richter, el mayor en una década en Estambul, causó este jueves pánico en la ciudad y se dejó sentir....

5.8 magnitude earthquake rattles Western Turkey

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 17:10:00 +0200

Strong Earthquake in Turkey - it Was also Felt in Bulgaria, there Are Evacuated People in Burgas

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 17:09:00 +0200

A series of earthquakes shook Turkey on Thursday. The strongest of these was with magnitude 5.7 on the Richter scale, with an epicentre 64 km from Istanbul. This is a reference on the website of the European Seismological Center. The earthquake was felt in Bulgaria as well. The powerful earthquake was felt at exactly 2 pm in the Burgas region.

Sultanate's Embassy in Turkey urges Omanis to exercise caution

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 17:09:00 +0200

Istanbul : After a 5.7 magnitude earthquake struck Turkey on Thursday, the Sultanate’s Embassy in Turkey has urged Omanis citizens in Istanbul to exercise caution and stay in open areas. The Sultanate's Embassy in Ankara said in a statement: "We urge all citizens living in Istanbul to take caution....

Eight people slightly injured after 5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 17:19:00 +0200

A 5.8 magnitude earthquake shook Istanbul on Thursday, slightly injuring eight people and sending schoolchildren and residents into the streets of Turkey’s commercial and cultural hub. The Disaster and Emergency Management Authority said the earthquake struck in the Sea of Marmara at 1:59 p.m. (1059 GMT) at 7 kilometres (4.

Turquía: un terremoto de magnitud 5,8 causó pánico en Estambul

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 17:20:00 +0200

En Turquía , un terremoto de magnitud 5,8 en la escala de Richter, el mayor en una década en Estambul , ha causado este jueves pánico en la ciudad y se ha dejado sentir incluso en provincias vecinas, aunque las informaciones disponibles señalan que no ha habido víctimas y que los daños materiales han sido leves.

Earthquake Causes Panic in Istanbul, Turkey

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 17:48:00 +0200

An earthquake measuring 5.8 in magnitude on Thursday struck Istanbul, the largest city and main economic centre of Turkey and the region. The epicentre was around 70 kilometres west of the city in the Marmara Sea. After the quake struck, many people panicked and fled from their homes and sought safety in parks and the streets.

5.8 magnitude earthquake rattles Western Turkey

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 18:12:00 +0200

5.8 Magnitude Earthquake shakes Istanbul, 8 slightly injured

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 17:18:00 +0200

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5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, 8 slightly injured

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 18:52:00 +0200

ISTANBUL - A 5.8 magnitude earthquake in Istanbul slightly injured eight people Thursday and sent school children and residents into the streets of Turkey’s commercial and cultural hub. The Disaster and Emergency Management Authority said the earthquake struck in the Sea of Marmara at 1:59 p.m. (1059 GMT) at 7 kilometres (4.

Earthquake hits Turkey's Istanbul, no casualties reported

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 18:45:00 +0200

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, 8 slightly injured

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 19:21:00 +0200

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, 8 slightly injured

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 19:34:00 +0200

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, 8 slightly injured

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 19:33:00 +0200

ISTANBUL (AP) — A 5.8 magnitude earthquake in Istanbul slightly injured eight people Thursday and sent school children and residents into the streets of Turkey’s commercial and cultural hub. The Disaster and Emergency Management Authority said the earthquake struck in the Sea of Marmara at 1:59 p.m. (1059 GMT) at 7 kilometers (4.

El mensaje de Falcao tras terremoto en Estambul

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 19:42:00 +0200

26 septiembre, 2019 El mensaje de Falcao tras terremoto en Estambul. El colombiano envió un parte de tranquilidad tras el terremoto que sacudió este jueves a la capital de Turquía. Este jueves un terremoto de 5.7 grados sobre la escala de Richter sacudió a Turquía en las últimas horas, ocasionando....

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, 8 slightly injured

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 19:54:00 +0200

ISTANBUL (AP) — A 5.8 magnitude earthquake in Istanbul slightly injured eight people Thursday and sent school children and residents into the streets of Turkey's commercial and cultural hub. The Disaster and Emergency Management Authority said the earthquake struck in the Sea of Marmara at 1:59 p.m. (1059 GMT) at 7 kilometers (4.

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, 8 slightly injured

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 19:53:00 +0200

world 5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, 8 slightly injured By Associated Press 27/09/2019

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 20:13:00 +0200

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, 8 slightly injured

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 20:12:00 +0200

5.7-magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, injures eight

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 20:12:00 +0200

A 5.7-magnitude earthquake shook Turkey's largest city on Thursday, driving residents to evacuate buildings. Eight people were "lightly injured", President Recep Tayyip Erdogan told a press conference in Istanbul. "Some buildings have been lightly damaged," he added.

5.7-magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 20:12:00 +0200

A 5.7-magnitude earthquake shook Turkey's largest city on Thursday, driving residents to evacuate buildings, AFP journalists witnessed. The quake's centre was in the town of Silivri in Istanbul province, Istanbul's Bogazici University Observatory and Earthquake Research Institute said, measuring it at magnitude 5.

Turkey: Strong earthquake shakes Istanbul

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 20:32:00 +0200

Baku, September 26, AZERTAC A powerful earthquake struck the Turkish metropolis Istanbul on Thursday, according to Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD), Anadolu Agency reports. AFAD said a 5.8-magnitude earthquake centered in the Sea of Marmara hit at 1.59 p.m. (1059GMT).

Turkey: Major earthquake shakes Istanbul

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 21:29:00 +0200

ANKARA A powerful earthquake struck the Turkish metropolis Istanbul on Thursday, according to Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD). AFAD said a 5.8-magnitude earthquake centered in the Sea of Marmara hit at 1.59 p.m. (1059GMT). "Eight people were slightly injured in the....

Un séisme de magnitude 5,7 frappe l’ouest de la Turquie

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 21:46:00 +0200

Des secousses de magnitude 5,7 ont été enregistrées ce jeudi 26 septembre à 10h59 UTC à 70 kilomètres à l’ouest d’Istanbul, indique le Centre sismologique euro-méditerranéen (CSEM). Un fort tremblement de terre de magnitude de 5,7 a frappé ce jeudi Istanbul, la plus grande ville de Turquie.

Magnitude 3.9 earthquake jolts Istanbul

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 23:06:00 +0200

3.9-magnitude earthquake hits Sea of Marmara at 2020GMT, off Silivri district. ISTANBUL A magnitude 3.9 earthquake shook the Turkish metropolis Istanbul on Thursday, according to Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD). AFAD said a 3.9-magnitude earthquake centered in the Sea of Marmara hit at 23.

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, 8 slightly injured

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 23:29:00 +0200

ISTANBUL (AP) - A 5.8 magnitude earthquake in Istanbul slightly injured eight people Thursday and sent school children and residents into the streets of Turkey's commercial and cultural hub. The Disaster and Emergency Management Authority said the earthquake struck in the Sea of Marmara at 1:59 p.m. (1059 GMT) at 7 kilometers (4.

Turquie: un séisme à Istanbul rappelle la menace qui plane sur la ville

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 23:42:00 +0200

Avec notre correspondante à Istanbul, Anne Andlauer. Des écoles, des bureaux et de nombreux habitants ont dû être évacués et une quarantaine de personnes ont été légèrement blessées. Ce séisme vient rappeler , située près d’une importante faille sismique.

Turquie: un séisme à Istanbul rappelle la menace qui plane sur la ville La métropole d’Istanbul a été secouée ce jeudi 26 septembre par un séisme de magnitude 5,7. Avec notre correspondante à Istanbul, Anne Andlauer Des écoles, des bureaux et de nombreux habitants ont dû être évacués et une quarantaine de personnes ont été légèrement blessées. Ce séisme vient rappeler la menace qui plane sur la mégapole turque, située près d’une importante faille sismique. Cela faisait une vingtaine d’années que le sol n’avait pas... RFI

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 00:02:00 +0200

© REUTERS/Murad Sezer Parmi les dégats matériels provoqués par le séisme du jeudi 26 septembre à Istanbul, un minaret a été endommagé. La métropole d’Istanbul a été secouée ce jeudi 26 septembre par un séisme de magnitude 5,7. Avec notre correspondante à Istanbul, Anne Andlauer.

Eight Injured As 5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Istanbul

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 04:58:00 +0200

Office workers gather after fleeing their buildings in the Maslak District of Istanbul on September 26, 2019, following an earthquake in the city. Ozan KOSE / AFP. A 5.7-magnitude earthquake shook Turkey’s largest city on Thursday, driving residents to evacuate buildings, AFP journalists witnessed.

Powerful magnitude 5.8 tremor shakes Istanbul

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 05:27:00 +0200

A powerful magnitude 5.8 earthquake shook Istanbul on Thursday, causing momentary panic across the city, but apart from eight injuries, no casualties were reported. The Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency (AFAD) said the shallow quake struck the southwest of Istanbul in the Marmara Sea at 2:00 p.

Earthquake shakes Turkey's Istanbul, no reports of casualties

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 06:10:00 +0200

ISTANBUL (Reuters) - An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.7 shook Turkey’s largest city Istanbul on Thursday, according to quake monitors, sending residents out of buildings and on to the streets though there were no immediate reports of damage or casualties.

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, 8 slightly injured

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 06:25:00 +0200

People sit in a grassy area after evacuating their homes, following an earthquake in Istanbul, Thursday, Sept. 26, 2019. (Ibrahim Mase/DHA via AP) Istanbul (AP) — A 5.8 magnitude earthquake in Istanbul slightly injured eight people Thursday and sent school children and residents into the streets of Turkey’s commercial and cultural hub.

5.7-magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, injures eight

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 06:28:00 +0200

ISTANBUL — A 5.7-magnitude earthquake shook Turkey's largest city on Thursday, driving residents to evacuate buildings, journalists witnessed. Eight people were "lightly injured", President Recep Tayyip Erdogan told a press conference in Istanbul. "Some buildings have been lightly damaged," he added.

TURKEY Tremors after 5.8-magnitude earthquake jolts Istanbul

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 08:47:00 +0200

AFAD said a 3.9-magnitude earthquake centered in the Sea of Marmara hit at 23.20 p.m. (2020GMT). The earthquake, off Silivri district, occurred at a depth of 7.2 kilometers (4.4 miles), some 21.2 km (13.1 mi) from Silivri. Earlier on Sept. 26, a powerful earthquake struck the Turkish metropolis Istanbul.

5.8-magnitude earthquake in Istanbul prompts fears of “Big One”

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 09:15:00 +0200

A 5.8-magnitude earthquake struck Turkey’s most populous city Istanbul on Thursday, causing more panic than damage, and prompted fears amongst residents of the megacity that the inevitable big earthquake “Big One” that experts predict could be approaching.

Magnitude 3.9 earthquake jolts Istanbul

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 09:50:00 +0200

A magnitude 3.9 earthquake shook the Turkish metropolis Istanbul on Thursday, according to Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD). AFAD said a 3.9-magnitude earthquake centered in the Sea of Marmara hit at 23.20 p.m. (2020GMT). The earthquake, off Silivri district, occurred at a depth of 7.

Scientist caught in earthquake while speaking about it

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 10:22:00 +0200

An Italian scientist was caught in an earthquake on Thursday, when he was delivering a speech in an earthquake symposium in Turkey's northwestern Kocaeli province. The 5.8-magnitude earthquake, which centered in the Sea of Marmara, occurred when Prof. Dario Albarello was giving a presentation at the 6th International Earthquake Symposium.

Istanbul quake: at least 24 injured discharged from hospital

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 11:25:00 +0200

Twenty-four people injured in Thursday's 5.8-magnitude earthquake in Istanbul have been discharged from hospital, Turkey's vice president said Friday. Speaking at a meeting on a national disaster response plan in Istanbul, Fuat Oktay said that the treatment of 10 others is ongoing. Some 188 aftershocks, the strongest of magnitude 4.

Istanbul quake: 24 injured discharged from hospital

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 11:43:00 +0200

Istanbul Municipality and Turkish Red Crescent members distribute food and beverage to people who cannot enter their houses due to the earthquake, at parks in Silivri district, after 5.8-magnitude earthquake in Istanbul, Turkey on September 27, 2019. ( Ahmet Bolat - Anadolu Agency ) ISTANBUL. Twenty-four people injured in Thursday's 5.

TURKEY Immediate precautions needed for quake prep: Experts

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 12:07:00 +0200

on Sept. 26. A group of academics from Istanbul Technical University ( İTÜ ) said in a written statement that the 5.8-magnitude earthquake and its predecessor – a 4.6-magnitude earthquake, which struck the Marmara Sea on Sept. 24, occurred on a fault line where the experts believe the expected big Marmara earthquake is going to occur.

About 200 tremors recorded in Istanbul - vice president

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 12:14:00 +0200

Baku, Azerbaijan, Sept. 27. By Rufiz Hafizoglu - Trend: Since Sept. 26, about 200 tremors have been recorded in Istanbul, Turkish Vice President Fuat Oktay said, Trend reports referring to the Turkish media. As a result of the earthquake that occurred Sept. 26 in Istanbul, 473 buildings were damaged, he said.

Turkey: 30 people injured in Istanbul earthquake

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 12:20:00 +0200

People sit on blankets in an empty lot after a 5.7 magnitude earthquake hit the Kucukcekmece district of Istan... Read More. ISTANBUL: At least thirty people have been injured in an in Istanbul , Turkish Vice President Fuat Oktay said on Friday. He further said that 473 buildings were damaged.

Several dozen people injured in Istanbul earthquake yesterday

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 12:44:00 +0200

Thirty four people suffered injuries during Thursday's 5.8-magnitude earthquake, Turkey's Vice President Fuat Oktay said. The vice president noted that 34 citizens had suffered injuries during the quake, but only 10 were still in hospital receiving treatment and the rest had been discharged.

Turkey: 30 people injured in Istanbul earthquake

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 13:07:00 +0200

Istanbul [Turkey], Sept 27 (Sputnik/ANI): At least thirty people have been injured in an earthquake in Istanbul, Turkish Vice President Fuat Oktay said on Friday. He further said that 473 buildings were damaged. According to the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre, a 5.9 magnitude earthquake shook western Turkey on Thursday.

Turkey: 30 people injured in Istanbul earthquake

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 12:58:00 +0200

Turkey: 30 people injured in Istanbul earthquake

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 13:12:00 +0200

Turkey: Turkey - Earthquake (GDACS, USGS, media) (ECHO Daily Flash of 27 September 2019)

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 13:42:00 +0200

An earthquake of 5.7 M at a depth of 10 km occurred in the Sea of Marmara on 26 September at 10.59 UTC. The epicentre was approximately 21 km south of Silivri City (Marmara Region, Istanbul Province), and 69 km south-west of Istanbul City. Two significant aftershocks of 4.4 and 4.3 M have been recorded.

Foreign Office issue urgent travel warning after earthquake hits Turkey

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 14:13:00 +0200

As well as the chaos caused by Thomas Cook folding, more issues are facing travellers journeying to certain countries, in particular Turkey. Yesterday morning (Thursday, September 26) a magnitude 6 earthquake struck the west of Istanbul in the Marmara Sea.

Turkey: 30 people injured in Istanbul earthquake

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 14:03:00 +0200

At least thirty people have been injured in an earthquake in Istanbul, Turkish Vice President Fuat Oktay said on Friday. He further said that 473 buildings were damaged. According to the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre, a 5.9 magnitude earthquake shook western Turkey on Thursday.

Decenas de heridos y evacuados tras las casi 200 réplicas del terremoto en Estambul

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 14:07:00 +0200

ESTAMBUL, 27 Sep. (DPA/EP) - Al menos 34 personas han resultado heridas, decenas han sido evacuadas de sus hogares y 14 escuelas han cerrado sus puertas por motivos de seguridad en Estambul tras el terremoto que se registró en la ciudad y que ha tenido cerca de 200 réplicas, ha informado este viernes el vicepresidente de Turquía, Fuat Oktay.

Turquía.- Decenas de heridos y evacuados tras las casi 200 réplicas del terremoto en Estambul

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 14:20:00 +0200

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, 8 slightly injured

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 15:15:00 +0200

ISTANBUL A 5.8 magnitude earthquake shook Istanbul on Thursday, slightly injuring eight people and sending school children and residents into the streets of Turkey’s commercial and cultural hub. The Disaster and Emergency Management Authority said the earthquake struck in the Sea of Marmara at 1:59 p.

Decenas de heridos y evacuados tras las casi 200 réplicas del terremoto en Estambul

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 15:19:00 +0200

Estambul, 27 Sep. (DPA/EP).- Al menos 34 personas han resultado heridas, decenas han sido evacuadas de sus hogares y 14 escuelas han cerrado sus puertas por motivos de seguridad en Estambul tras el terremoto que se registró en la ciudad y que ha tenido cerca de 200 réplicas, ha informado este viernes el vicepresidente de Turquía, Fuat Oktay.

34 injured, 473 buildings damaged in Istanbul earthquake

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 15:34:00 +0200

ISTANBUL, Sept. 27 (Xinhua) -- A total of 34 people were wounded and 473 buildings damaged in the 5.8-magnitude earthquake that hit Istanbul a day earlier, Turkish Vice President Fuat Oktay said on Friday. Speaking at a meeting of the Turkey National Disaster Response Plan in Istanbul, Oktay said 10....

5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, 8 slightly injured

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 15:47:00 +0200

Turkey earthquake injures nearly three dozen

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 17:17:00 +0200

Sept. 27 (UPI) -- Turkish officials said nearly three dozen people were injured and more than 470 buildings damaged Thursday in a 5.8-magnitude earthquake that struck Istanbul. Turkey's Vice President Fuat Oktay said Friday that doctors released 24 of those injured from hospitals while 10 others remained treated.

Turquie : Istanbul touchée par deux séismes

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 17:22:00 +0200

Un tremblement de terre d’une magnitude de 5,8 a touché la ville hier en début d’après-midi, suivi d’un second, moins puissant, peu après 23 heures. Si les dégâts sont minimes, la crainte du Big One grandit au sein de la population. Depuis hier, il est sur toutes les lèvres.

Decenas de heridos y evacuados tras las casi 200 réplicas del terremoto en Estambul

Sat, 28 Sep 2019 01:43:00 +0200

Al menos 34 personas han resultado heridas, decenas han sido evacuadas de sus hogares y 14 escuelas han cerrado sus puertas por motivos de seguridad en Estambul tras el terremoto que se registró en la ciudad y que ha tenido cerca de 200 réplicas, ha informado este viernes el vicepresidente de Turquía, Fuat Oktay.

TURKEY 473 buildings in Istanbul damaged slightly due to quake: Vice president Some 473 buildings in Istanbul were damaged slightly with cracks appearing in the aftermath of the earthquake that struck the metropolis on Sept. 26, Turkish Vice President Fuat Oktay has said.

Sat, 28 Sep 2019 04:30:00 +0200

473 buildings in Istanbul damaged slightly due to quake: Vice president ISTANBUL Some 473 buildings in Istanbul were damaged slightly with cracks appearing in the aftermath of the earthquake that struck the metropolis on Sept. 26, Turkish Vice President Fuat Oktay has said.

Turkey: Major Earthquake Shakes Istanbul

Sat, 28 Sep 2019 08:49:00 +0200

A powerful earthquake struck the Turkish metropolis Istanbul on Thursday, according to Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD). AFAD said a 5.8-magnitude earthquake centered in the Sea of Marmara hit at 1.59 p.m. (1059GMT). "Eight people were slightly injured in the earthquake,"....

Quake of 3.8 magnitude shakes Turkey's Istanbul

Sat, 28 Sep 2019 13:49:00 +0200

An earthquake with a magnitude of 3.8 shook Turkey's Istanbul on Saturday, only two days after the city experienced a stronger jolt. The Kandilli Observatory said the earthquake on Thursday was a 5.7 magnitude quake centered in the Sea of Marmara hit at 1.59 p.m. Details to follow...

Earthquake shakes Turkey's Istanbul, no reports of casualties

Sat, 28 Sep 2019 17:20:00 +0200

An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.7 shook Turkey's largest city Istanbul on Thursday (September 26), according to quake monitors, sending residents out of buildings and on to the streets though there were no immediate reports of damage or casualties.

Immediate precautions needed for quake prep: Experts

Sun, 29 Sep 2019 04:23:00 +0200

Magnitude 4 earthquake jolts southwest Turkey

Sun, 29 Sep 2019 12:27:00 +0200

4-magnitude earthquake hits southwest Turkey off Mediterranean coast at 0750GMT, felt in Marmaris district. ANKARA. A magnitude 4 earthquake shook southwestern Turkey on Sunday, according to the country's Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD). AFAD said the quake centered in the Mediterranean Sea off the province of Mugla hit at 10.

Earthquake hits Turkey again

Sun, 29 Sep 2019 12:36:00 +0200

Shafaq News/ An earthquake hit on Sunday morning , Marmaris area southwestern Mugla province ,”the Turkish Disaster and Emergency Administration said. "The earthquake reached 4 degrees on the Richter scale," the statement noted. "The earthquake occurred at 10:50 a.m. , epicenter in Marmara Sea opposite to the coast of Marmaris, 143.

Magnitude 4 earthquake jolts southwest Turkey

Sun, 29 Sep 2019 12:48:00 +0200

4-magnitude earthquake hits southwest Turkey off Mediterranean coast at 0750GMT, felt in Marmaris district. A magnitude 4 earthquake shook southwestern Turkey on Sunday, according to the country's Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD). AFAD said the quake centered in the Mediterranean Sea off the province of Mugla hit at 10.

2,864 earthquake assembly areas in Istanbul: AFAD head

Sun, 29 Sep 2019 17:06:00 +0200

ANKARA There are 2,864 in Istanbul, Mehmet Güllüoğlu, the head of Disaster and Emergency Management Authority ( AFAD ), said, in the aftermath of the 5.8-magnitude quake that struck the city on Sept. 26. These assembly areas consist of parks and gardens, he said. “We have enough number of assembly areas.

Istanbul’s opposition mayor says he was not invited to government earthquake meeting

Sun, 29 Sep 2019 23:31:00 +0200

Istanbul's opposition mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu, on Sunday said he was not invited to a meeting about measures to be taken after Turkey's biggest city was hit by a 5.8 magnitude earthquake last week. The earthquake jolted the 15 million-strong city on Thursday, causing panic and prompting residents to evacuate buildings.

Opposition Istanbul mayor says not invited to govt quake meeting

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 04:50:00 +0200

Istanbul's opposition mayor Ekrem Imamoglu on Sunday claimed he was not invited to a meeting about measures to be taken after Turkey's largest city was hit by a 5.7 magnitude earthquake this week. ISTANBUL — Istanbul's opposition mayor Ekrem Imamoglu on Sunday claimed he was not invited to a....