Turkey earthquake: Over 200 dead, hundreds injured

Over 200 people are reported dead in the strong earthquake of magnitude 7.8 that struck southern Turkey early on Monday.

As per reports, the death toll has increased to 207 with hundreds injured. The toll is expected to rise further.

Türkiye’s Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) said that Monday’s quake struck at 4.17 a.m. (0117GMT) and was centred in Pazarcik district.

The quake occurred at a depth of 7 kilometres (4.3 miles).
The earthquake was also felt in other southeastern provinces including Diyarbakir and Gaziantep and neighbouring countries including Lebanon and Syria.
Meanwhile, India has extended ‘all possible assistance’ to Turkey.

“Anguished by the loss of lives and damage of property due to the Earthquake in Turkey. Condolences to the bereaved families. May the injured recover soon. India stands in solidarity with the people of Turkey and is ready to offer all possible assistance to cope with this tragedy. (sic),” Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in a tweet.