Turkey quake update: Upwards of 1,400 fatalities now confirmed after major earthquake hits Turkey and Syria – TheLiberal.ie – Our News, Your Views

Turkey quake update: Upwards of 1,400 fatalities now confirmed after major earthquake hits Turkey and Syria




Upwards of 1,400 fatalities have been confirmed after a major earthquake hit Turkey and Syria overnight.

The quake, measuring 7.8 on the Richter scale, struck in the early hours of the morning, local time, causing devastating and widespread structural damage.

Rescue efforts are ongoing, and the death toll is expected to rise significantly.

Tell us your thoughts in the Facebook post and share this with your friends.

Share this story with a friend

Share this story

Tell us what you think on our Facebook page