Turkey Earthquake 2023
On January 24, 2022, a powerful earthquake struck the province of Elazig in eastern Turkey, causing widespread damage and loss of life. The earthquake, which had a magnitude of 6.8, was the strongest to hit Turkey in over a decade and one of the most devastating in recent memory. The quake caused buildings to collapse, injuring and killing hundreds of people, and leaving many more homeless. The earthquake struck at 8:55 pm local time and was felt across the country, including in the capital city of Ankara and the largest city, Istanbul. The epicenter of the earthquake was located in the town of Sivrice, about 40 miles from the city of Elazig. The quake caused widespread damage in the region, with many buildings collapsing and roads being blocked by debris. Power cuts and communications outages made it difficult for rescue teams to reach the affected areas, and the lack of light made it challenging to search for survivors. The Turkish government immediately mobilized to respond to the d...