Turkey Hit by Deadly Earthquake

Death Toll Rises as Rescue Efforts Continue

A powerful earthquake has struck eastern Turkey, causing widespread damage and loss of life. The magnitude 7.0 quake hit the city of Elazig at 08:55 local time, killing at least 35 people and injuring over 1,500.

Rescue workers are struggling to find survivors trapped under the rubble of collapsed buildings, including a hospital and a school. The earthquake was followed by a series of aftershocks, including one measuring 5.3 that hit shortly after the main tremor.

Foreign Aid Pours In

International aid is pouring into Turkey, with teams from the United States, Israel, and Azerbaijan among the first to arrive. The European Union has also pledged support, and the World Health Organization is sending medical supplies.

The Turkish government has declared a state of emergency in the affected area, and President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has visited the site of the earthquake to offer his condolences.

Strongest Quake in Decades

The earthquake is the strongest to hit Turkey in decades, and it has caused widespread panic and disruption. Hundreds of buildings have been damaged or destroyed, including mosques, hospitals, and schools.

The earthquake has also caused significant damage to the city's infrastructure, with roads and bridges collapsing and power lines and water mains being cut off.

Emergency Housing Needed

The Turkish government is facing a major challenge in providing emergency housing for the thousands of people who have lost their homes. The government has set up temporary shelters, but many people are still living in the streets.

The earthquake is a major setback for Turkey, which is already grappling with a number of economic and political challenges. The government is facing pressure to provide assistance to the victims of the earthquake and to rebuild the affected area.