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Istanbul Hit by 6.2 Magnitude Earthquake With No Casualties or Damage
The President of Turkey announced that no casualties or damage were reported after the earthquake in the Sea of Marmara, which was felt in Istanbul and other regions. Government agencies continue to monitor the situation.
President of the Republic of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdoğan made a statement following the 6.2 magnitude earthquake that struck the Sea of Marmara. The tremors were felt in Istanbul — the country's largest city — and in neighboring provinces. According to official reports, there were no casualties or serious damage as a result of the seismic event.
Erdoğan expressed support for all those who felt the tremors, noting that the government and all relevant agencies responded promptly. The President stated that he immediately convened a coordination meeting at the Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) in Istanbul. Key ministers and officials attended the meeting, including Minister of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change Murat Kurum, Minister of Youth and Sports Osman Aşkın Bak, Minister of Interior Ali Yerlikaya, Minister of Health Kemal Memişoğlu, Governor of Istanbul Davut Gül, and other senior officials.
Following the meeting, up-to-date information was gathered regarding the aftermath of the earthquake. Experts confirmed that no critical damage or collapses were detected in areas where the tremors were most strongly felt. Erdoğan stated that government services responded swiftly and that search and rescue teams were on high alert from the first reports of seismic activity.
The President emphasized that all necessary risk mitigation measures had been taken, and that the situation remained fully under control. He added that the state would continue to maintain full readiness and 24/7 emergency response capabilities.
Erdoğan thanked all personnel and agencies involved in monitoring and assessing the impact of the earthquake, and noted that efforts to improve the earthquake resistance of buildings and the resilience of cities to natural disasters are ongoing across the country. He reminded the public that Turkey, located in a seismically active region, has the experience and strategic plans needed to reduce risks and respond effectively to such threats.
He also urged citizens to remain calm, trust only official information, and follow government guidelines in the event of aftershocks or further seismic activity. Erdoğan reiterated that the state remains committed to the well-being of its people, enhancing coordination among institutions and ensuring public safety.
In closing, the President wished a swift recovery to everyone affected by the tremors and expressed hope that similar disasters can be avoided in the future. He stressed that protecting the lives and health of citizens remains the state’s top priority.
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