Marmaris: A 5.8-magnitude earthquake shook the Mediterranean coastal town of Marmaris, Trkiye’s disaster management agency reported. At least seven individuals sustained injuries while attempting to flee their homes in panic.
According to Emirates News Agency, the Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency confirmed that the earthquake was centered in the Mediterranean Sea. The tremors were felt in neighboring regions, including the Greek island of Rhodes, where many residents were woken from their sleep, as reported by Trkiye’s NTV television.
Marmaris’ governor, Idris Akbiyik, informed the station that seven people are currently receiving treatment for injuries incurred from jumping out of windows or balconies in a state of panic. Despite these injuries, there have been no immediate reports of serious structural damage.
Trkiye is situated on major fault lines, making earthquakes a common occurrence in the region.