In the early hours of the morning, a 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck the Aegean Sea, with its epicenter located in the Kuşadası Gulf. The earthquake, which was felt in İzmir and Manisa, caused a brief moment of panic among residents.
According to the Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD), the earthquake occurred at 08:19 local time, with its epicenter located 5.42 kilometers off the coast of Menderes district in İzmir. The earthquake had a depth of 8.51 kilometers. Despite the noticeable shaking, no significant damage or casualties were reported. Nevertheless, emergency response teams are currently conducting fieldwork in the affected region.
Professor Dr. Şükrü Ersoy, speaking on CNN Türk, stated that the earthquake was fairly noticeable but likely not a significant event. He suggested that it could be an aftershock of a previous earthquake that occurred in the Kuşadası Gulf in 2020. He also mentioned that if the earthquake had occurred on land, the situation might have been different. However, he reassured the public that he did not anticipate any destructive effects from this earthquake.
Dr. Ersoy also mentioned that the faults in the region are not large. It is difficult to make a definitive assessment of this earthquake in relation to the faults in the northern part of the region. He emphasized the importance of monitoring the aftershocks that will follow this earthquake. He also stated that a magnitude of 5.1 will likely have its own aftershocks.
The AFAD Earthquake Department shared detailed information about the earthquake on Twitter. According to their tweet, the earthquake had a magnitude of 5.1 (Mw). The coordinates of the epicenter were 37.96694 N latitude and 27.13056 E longitude. The earthquake occurred at a depth of 8.51 kilometers. They also shared a link for further details.
While earthquakes are common in Turkey due to its location on several active fault lines, it is important for residents to be prepared and informed about earthquake safety measures. It is recommended to secure heavy furniture, create an emergency plan, and have an emergency kit ready with essential supplies.
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In conclusion, a 5.1-magnitude earthquake occurred in the Aegean Sea, with its epicenter in the Kuşadası Gulf. The earthquake was felt in İzmir and Manisa, causing a brief moment of panic. While no significant damage was reported, emergency response teams are conducting fieldwork in the affected region. Experts suggest that this earthquake may be an aftershock of a previous event and do not anticipate any destructive effects. It is crucial for residents to stay informed about earthquake safety measures and be prepared for potential seismic activity..