6.2 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Istanbul

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Significant Earthquake Jolts Istanbul and Surrounding Areas

An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.2 struck Istanbul at 12:49 PM, causing alarm among residents. According to data from the Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD), the tremor’s epicenter was located in the Marmara Sea, near the Silivri district of Istanbul.

The quake, which resonated through Istanbul and neighboring provinces, was recorded at a depth of 6.92 kilometers. This seismic event was felt widely, prompting emergency protocols and raising concerns about potential aftershocks and damage assessments.