6.1 Magnitude Earthquake in Western Turkey Kills One, Injures Dozens
A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck Turkey's Balıkesir province on Sunday, August 10, at 7:53 PM local time. The epicenter was near the town of Sındırgı, with a shallow depth of approximately 11 kilometers (6.8 miles), which contributed to the strong shaking felt on the surface.
The earthquake tragically resulted in the death of an 81-year-old woman who passed away shortly after being rescued from a collapsed building. A total of 29 people were injured, although none of the injuries were life-threatening. Tremors were felt as far as Istanbul, located about 200 kilometers (125 miles) away.
Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Agency (AFAD) confirmed that 16 buildings and two mosque minarets collapsed in the region. Most of the damaged structures were either abandoned or derelict. The main quake was followed by hundreds of aftershocks, with the strongest measuring magnitude 4.6.
Following the collapse of an apartment building in Sındırgı, authorities have detained the building's owner and constructor on suspicion of negligence. This investigation highlights ongoing concerns about construction quality and enforcement of building codes in a country prone to frequent seismic activity.
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