A fresh earthquake has been recorded in the region of the
Turkey-Syria border.
The earthquake comes days after earthquakes were recorded in
both countries, which resulted in over 40,000 deaths.
According to Syria’s state news agency (SANA), the
6.4-magnitude earthquake struck Turkey’s Hatay province, which was devastated
by a massive tremor two weeks ago.
It also reported that in Syria, six people were injured in Aleppo from falling debris while in Turkey, a number of buildings collapsed, trapping people inside.
While there were no immediate reports of any casualties,
Turkey’s state-run Anadolu Agency said the quake was felt in Syria, Jordan,
Israel, and Egypt.
The affected areas in Syria are reported to have lost
electricity and internet services and many people are fleeing their homes and
gathering in open places.
The Syrian authorities have alerted citizens to follow
guidelines regarding earthquakes and how to evacuate buildings.
In a tweet, the Syria civil defence said its team is
treating the injured as several citizens were affected.
“Multiple cities and towns in north-west Syria affected by
two new earthquakes that struck southern Turkey this evening, Monday, February
20,” it said.
“As a result, walls and balconies of houses collapsed in
several areas. Our teams are treating the injured and inspecting affected
areas.
“Several civilians injured from falling building debris,
stampedes, and jumping from high areas. Additionally, in Jenderes, north of
Aleppo two uninhabited buildings and the minaret of a mosque collapsed.”
Click to signup for FREE news updates, latest information and hottest gists everyday1/2- Multiple cities & towns in NW #Syria affected by 2 new #earthquake that struck southern Turkey on this evening, Monday, February 20. As a result, walls and balconies of houses collapsed in several areas. Our teams are treating the injured and inspecting affected areas. pic.twitter.com/Zk6qDBzIi3
— The White Helmets (@SyriaCivilDef) February 20, 2023
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