Earthquake shock: Istanbul trembles with 6.2-experts warn more!

Earthquake shock: Istanbul trembles with 6.2-experts warn more!

Istanbul, Türkei - A series of earthquakes today shaked Istanbul and the surrounding area. The strongest quake reached a magnitude of 6.2 and, according to information from the Afad disaster service, was clearly noticeable in the city center. Many residents of the metropolis then hastily left their apartments. Despite the violent vibrations, there are no reports on direct damage.

The EpiCentras of the Tibs were in the Marmarameer, about 30 kilometers south of the Turkish coast. Easy building damage is possible north of the epicenter near Corlu and Istanbul. The consequences of the quake were also noticeable in Greece, especially in the northeast at the border river Evros. After the first shocks, the residents received a Warn SMS of the disaster protection. Reports about earthquakes also came from several Aegean Islands, including Chios and Lesbos, but without reports on any noteworthy damage.

earthquake hazards and warnings

The probability of an overdue severe earthquake of strength 7 in Istanbul is a worrying topic for experts. It is estimated that around 1.5 million apartments and commercial units are at risk of earthquake in Turkey. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has expressed his best wishes to the citizens and assures that the Situation is being observed intensively.

Turkey is not the only country affected by earthquakes. According to the first published earthquake risk card for Europe, cities such as Istanbul, Athens, Naples and Lisbon have a high risk. The risk assessment takes into account geophysical data, the building fabric and the frequency of tremors. Especially countries such as Turkey, Greece, Albania and Italy are at risk.

A look back at the latest earthquakes

The latest earthquake series on February 6, 2023, which took place both in the southeast of Türkiye and in North Syria, had devastating consequences. Two earthquakes of the strength 7.8 and 7.5 led to tens of thousands of dead as well as numerous injuries and caused immense damage. These events illustrate the constant threat of earthquakes in the region and the need for appropriate pension measures.

The spread and intensity of today's quake, which were noticeable over a distance of more than 1,000 kilometers, urgently shows the risks with which the neighboring states of the tectonic plates are confronted. A look at the updated risk of earthquake in Europe is therefore essential to take the necessary safety precautions.

[Kosmo] reports that today's earthquakes are another example of the geophysical challenges that the region faces and that urgent measures are necessary to ensure the safety of the population. At the same time, [Scinexx] emphasizes that the geological conditions in western Türkiye, Greece and other parts of southern Europe have corrected the assessments of soil conceals upwards.