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Earthquakes in Colombia and Marmara Sea raise seismic concerns
The death toll from the 7.4 magnitude earthquake that struck Colombia on August 10 has risen to 329, according to the National Unit for Disaster Risk Management (UNGRD). The disaster has also resulted in 4,600 injuries, 247 missing persons, and 364 individuals rescued from the rubble. President Abelardo de la Espriella estimated the damage at 9.5 billion dollars, prompting the government to declare an economic, social, and ecological emergency.
In Turkey, increased seismic activity in the Marmara Sea, particularly around the Adalar district, has raised concerns among experts. Recent micro-earthquakes, some reaching a magnitude of 3.2, have been recorded at depths between 7 and 17 kilometers. Seismologists warn that while these tremors are small, they could potentially trigger larger fault ruptures. Experts suggest various scenarios for a major earthquake in the region, with potential magnitudes ranging between 6 and 7.5, which could impact up to 30 million people.
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AFAD · Abelardo De La Espriella · Colombia · Istanbul · Marmara Sea · Osman Bektaş · Turkey
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] 364 people have been rescued from the rubble in Colombia. anlatilaninotesi.com.tr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The death toll from the 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Colombia has risen to 329. anlatilaninotesi.com.tr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Colombian government declared an economic, social, and ecological emergency. anlatilaninotesi.com.tr
- [● 2 SOURCES] Seismic activity in the Marmara Sea is concentrated at depths of 7 to 17 kilometers. www.gazetebirlik.com · www.aydinlik.com.tr
- [● 2 SOURCES] A magnitude 6.5 earthquake could cause serious damage in the Marmara region if preparations are insufficient. www.gazetepencere.com · www.aydinlik.com.tr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The earthquake caused an estimated 9.5 billion dollars in damage. anlatilaninotesi.com.tr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] There are 247 people missing following the earthquake in Colombia. anlatilaninotesi.com.tr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The earthquake in Colombia resulted in 4,600 injuries. anlatilaninotesi.com.tr