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6.1-Magnitude Quake Triggers Rescue Efforts in Turkey as Mexico Logs Daily Tremors

Turkey’s AFAD directs round-the-clock search operations across Balikesir province during dozens of aftershocks.

Personas retiran los escombros de un edificio derrumbado tras un sismo en Sindirgi, noroeste de Turquía
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Reportan sismo de 4.6 con epicentro en La Mira
A hiker walks along a trail at Griffith Park as the hazy skyline of downtown Los Angeles is shown in the distance, Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2022, in Los Angeles. Authorities say California is facing its highest chance of blackouts this week as a brutal heat wave continues to blanket the state with triple-digit heat. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Overview

  • A 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck Sindirgi in Balikesir province on August 10, causing around ten buildings to collapse.
  • Rescuers have pulled four people from the rubble while teams continue working to reach two more individuals believed trapped.
  • AFAD recorded up to 41 aftershocks ranging from magnitude 2.2 to 4.6 within two hours and has warned residents not to enter damaged structures.
  • One elderly survivor died after being rescued and at least 29 others were treated for injuries, none reported in critical condition.
  • Mexico’s seismic agencies logged more than 30 minor tremors on August 9 and two on August 10 without triggering alerts or damage, underscoring routine preparedness efforts.