LIVE UPDATES: Turkey's Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 5,895 as Injured Tally Hits 34,810
LIVE UPDATES: Turkey's Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 5,895 as Injured Tally Hits 34,810
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Early on Monday, a magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck southeastern Turkey and northern Syria. Another 7.6 magnitude earthquake occurred a few hours later.
Early on Monday, an earthquake of 7.7 magnitude on the Richter scale struck south-eastern Turkey and northern Syria. Another 7.6 magnitude earthquake occurred a few hours later.
The death toll from Monday's earthquake in Turkey has risen to 3,549, with more than 20,000 injured, a Turkish news agency reported on Tuesday, citing the Turkish disaster and emergency management authority (AFAD).
The European Union sent rescuers to Turkey, responding to its request to activate the EU Civil Protection Mechanism. Russia also sent teams to assist Turkey and instructed its troops to help the Syrian authorities as well. A number of other countries have also voiced their eagerness to provide assistance if necessary.
On Monday, Syria appealed to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to mobilize all resources available to help the war-stricken country deal with the deadly catastrophe.
Death Toll From Syria's Earthquake Tops 1,250, Another 2,054 Injured - Health Ministry
The Syrian Health Ministry said on Wednesday that the death toll from the deadly earthquake in Syria has risen to 1,250, and 2,054 people have been injured.
"Syrian Health Minister Hassan al-Ghabbash said during a visit [to Latakia] that the death toll had risen to 1,250 and the number of injured to 2,054," the ministry said in a statement.
21:17 GMT 07.02.2023
Turkish Vice President: Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 5,895 as Injured Tally Hits 34,810
Erdogan Plans to Visit Area of Devastating Earthquake on Wednesday - Source
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan intends to visit on Wednesday the zone of the devastating earthquake, which, according to the latest data, claimed the lives of about 5,500 people, a source in Ankara told Sputnik.
"On Wednesday, the president of Turkey is planning a visit to the regions where the earthquake occurred. In these difficult days for the country, the hearts of each of us beat as one. Mr. President will get acquainted with the situation on the ground and give his instructions," the source said.
20:04 GMT 07.02.2023
Russian Military in Syria Rescued 42 People From Under Rubble After Earthquake
The Russian servicemen continue rescue work in Syria after the devastating earthquake, having saved 42 people and having found another 57 people dead; almost 200 residents received medical assistance, Maj. Gen. Oleg Egorov, deputy head of the Russian Center for the Reconciliation of Warring Parties in Syria, said at a briefing.
"In the course of rescue operations, with the involvement of military personnel of the Russian Armed Forces, 42 people were rescued from under rubble, 57 bodies of those dead were removed, medical assistance was provided to 194 residents," Egorov said at a briefing.
He clarified that four points for collecting donated blood had been deployed in Aleppo, Hama, Jabla, and Stamu. Local residents were given over 11 tonnes of food and essentials at eight humanitarian aid points.
18:58 GMT 07.02.2023
Syria Ready to Allow Aid to All Regions, Provided That Terrorists Do Not Get It
Syria is ready to allow the delivery of aid to all regions of the country, provided that it does not fall into the hands of terrorist groups, Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad told Al-Mayadeen broadcaster.
"The Syrian state is ready to allow the delivery of aid to all regions, provided that it does not reach the terrorists," Mekdad said.
18:37 GMT 07.02.2023
Turkey's Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 5,434, Another 31,777 People Injured - Authorities
Turkey's earthquake death toll increased to 5,434, another 31,777 people were injured, Health Minister Fahrettin Koca said.
"At the moment, the death toll from the earthquake is 5,434, and 31,777 people have been injured," Koca told reporters.
18:25 GMT 07.02.2023
Yerevan Says Erdogan Thanks Pashinyan for Help After Earthquake
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan thanked Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan in a phone conversation for Armenia's help after the deadly earthquake, noting that the Turkish government highly appreciates Yerevan's support, the Armenian government reported.
"Erdogan thanked the prime minister of Armenia for his help and noted that the Turkish government highly appreciated the support of Armenia, emphasizing the importance of this step also in the context of further deepening the dialogue between the two countries," the statement says.
Pashinyan expressed condolences and words of support to the president and people of Turkey in connection with the large number of victims due to the strong earthquake that occurred in the southeastern regions of the country.
"Pashinyan wished a speedy recovery to all the victims and added that a plane carrying the rescue forces of the Republic of Armenia was preparing to fly from Yerevan's Zvartnots airport to the disaster zone," the statement says.
17:39 GMT 07.02.2023
Canada to Provide Turkey, Syria With $7.4Mln in Immediate Disaster Relief
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on Tuesday that Ottawa will provide C$10 million (U$7.4 million) in immediate disaster relief to Turkey and Syria and will continue as the post-earthquake situation in the two countries evolves.
"After yesterday’s devastating earthquakes, we’re providing $10 million in immediate aid to the people of Turkey and Syria - and we’ll continue to provide support as the situation evolves. Our partners are already distributing food, emergency fuel, and shelter items," Trudeau said via Twitter.
16:53 GMT 07.02.2023
Turkey's Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 4,544, Another 26,725 People Injured - Authorities
The death toll from the earthquake in Turkey increased to 4,544 and the number of injured to 26,725, Orhan Tatar, the director of the earthquake and risk reduction at the Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD), said on Tuesday.
"According to the latest information, 4,544 people died, 26,725 were injured," Tatar told reporters.
16:09 GMT 07.02.2023
Turkey's Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 3,703, Another 22,286 People Injured - Authorities
Turkey's earthquake death toll increased to 3,703 and the number of injured to 22,286, the Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) said on Tuesday.
"At the moment, 3,703 people have died, 22,286 have been injured," the ministry said.
15:48 GMT 07.02.2023
Aftershocks on Decline After Earthquakes in Turkey, Syria - European Seismologists
The number of aftershocks after the recent deadly earthquakes in Turkey and Syria began to decline, the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) said on Tuesday.
"Here is the time evolution of the earthquake activity (magnitude vs time) since the M7.8 earthquake. The number of aftershocks have started to decrease. We hope the decrease further accentuate to allow the population to find some rest," the EMSC said on Twitter.
The graph attached to the message shows that after two powerful earthquakes, the frequency of shocks begins to decrease.
Egyptian President Expresses Condolences to Assad in Connection With Earthquake
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Sisi expressed condolences to Syrian President Bashar Assad in connection with the disastrous earthquake, the Egyptian president's office said on Tuesday.
"President El-Sisi expressed his sincere condolences over the victims of the devastating earthquake that hit the country yesterday, wishing the injured a quick recovery," the statement said.
The Egyptian president also instructed to provide all necessary aid to Syria, the presidency said.
The telephone conversation between the Egyptian and Syrian presidents had been the first communication between the two leaders since Sisi came to power in Egypt in 2014.
12:17 GMT 07.02.2023
Ankara Allocates Over $5Bln to Eliminate Consequences of Earthquake, Erdogan Says
Ankara has allocated more than $5 billion to eliminate the consequences of catastrophic earthquakes in the south-east of the country, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Tuesday.
"It was decided to allocate 100 billion liras [$5.3 billion] to our departments to eliminate the consequences of the disaster," Erdogan told a briefing.
Erdogan added that more than 53,000 people are involved in search and rescue operations in the earthquake zone in the country. Emergency services have provided more than 54,000 tents, 102,000 mattresses and other essential items to those affected by the natural disaster.
12:08 GMT 07.02.2023
Magnitude 5.5 Earthquake Occurs in Central Turkey: EMSC
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake hit central Turkey, the European Mediterranean Seismological Center (EMSC) said, clarifying the magnitude of the earthquake that occurred earlier Tuesday. The earthquake occurred at 03:13 GMT, at a depth of two kilometers (1.24 miles), five kilometers from the Golbasi area.
12:01 GMT 07.02.2023
Erdogan Declares State of Emergency For 3 Months in 10 Provinces Affected By Earthquake
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Tuesday declared a state of emergency for three months in 10 provinces affected by the devastating earthquakes.
"We will rapidly complete the presidential and parliamentary processes regarding the decision on a state of emergency, which will last three months and cover 10 earthquake-affected provinces," Erdogan said in his address to the nation.
The earthquakes have affected 10 provinces with a total population of about 13 million people, the president added.
12:00 GMT 07.02.2023
Death Toll From Earthquake Rises to 812 in Syria, 1,449 Injured - Ministry of Health
The death toll from a powerful earthquake has risen to 812 in Syria, while 1,449 people have been injured, the Health Ministry said on Tuesday.
"In the provinces of Aleppo, Latakia, Hama ... Idlib, Tartus, the number of victims increased to 812 people, and 1,449 were injured," the ministry said in a statement.
11:56 GMT 07.02.2023
Death Toll From Earthquake in Turkey Rises to 3,549, Another 22,168 Injured, Erdogan Says
The death toll from the earthquake in Turkey currently stands at 3,549 people, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Tuesday.
"At least 3,549 are dead and 22,168 are wounded. The biggest consolation for us is that today more than 8,000 of our citizens have been rescued alive from the rubble," Erdogan said in his address to the nation.
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