In the early hours, the region off the coast of Silivri experienced significant seismic activity. The initial earthquake struck at 12:13 am and registered a magnitude of 3.9. This was only a precursor to a more powerful tremor that followed shortly thereafter.
At 12:49 am, a more substantial earthquake with a magnitude of 6.2 was recorded, once again centered off the coast of Silivri. This major quake triggered a series of aftershocks, including events with magnitudes of 4.9 and 4.2, adding to the seismic unrest in the area.
Statement from President Erdoğan
In response to these unsettling developments, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan issued a statement expressing his concern and solidarity. He remarked, “I convey my get well wishes to our citizens; we are closely following the developments.” His words aimed to reassure the affected communities and emphasize the government’s commitment to monitoring the situation closely.
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