An earthquake of magnitude 5.1 was recorded in Turkey: tremors were felt even in Istanbul

Tremors recorded underground in Turkey / Collage 24 Channel

In at least two cities in Turkey, people felt powerful earthquakes. Actually, in Istanbul and Bursa. The country's authorities said that the relevant services are ready. At the same time, experts are not sure that these tremors are harbingers of a greater disaster.

On Monday morning, December 4, it became known about underground vibrations of the earth's surface in Turkey. According to preliminary information, the magnitude of the earthquake was 5.1. Its epicenter is located in the province of Bursa, its district being Mudanya.

Turkey rocked by earthquake

Experts clarify that the earthquake occurred 8 kilometers under the earth's surface in the Sea of Marmara region, but it was felt by people in the surrounding provinces. In particular, the intense tremors alarmed residents of Gemlik, a municipality and district in Bursa province.

The situation was commented on by seismologist Şükrü Ersoy. He stated that this earthquake was not expected. At the same time, he emphasized: it is incorrect to spread opinions online that these tremors are the first signs of larger fluctuations.

A powerful earthquake was recorded in Turkey / Image CSEM EMSC

Turkish Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya stated that the authorities are very closely monitoring developments. He assured that the relevant services were sent to the area of the epicenter of the earthquake to carry out field work, that is, scanning the earth's surface.

Let us remember that in February of this year there were powerful earthquakes in Turkey, which led to the death of thousands of people and numerous destructions. Also after this, storms in the Black Sea became more intense. One of the latest hurricanes forced the Russian occupiers to withdraw all ships to their bases.

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