This was announced by Turkish Interior Minister Ali Yerli Kaya, noting that the only fatality was an elderly man who died while attempting to be rescued. The condition of the injured is classified as non-critical, according to Turkish news agency Anadolu.
According to the Turkish minister, the earthquake registered a magnitude of 6.1 on the Richter scale, and its epicenter was 11 kilometers below the earth’s surface, according to data from the Turkish Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD).
While rescue and relief teams continue their search operations, Turkish authorities have urged citizens to remain cautious and stay away from damaged buildings.
