A 4.9 magnitude earthquake on the Richter scale occurred in Turkey on Friday. The epicenter of the tremor was located in the province of Denizli to the west of Istanbul. Residents of Istanbul and nearby areas felt the tremors, but there was no information about possible damage or injuries.
Emergency services quickly responded to the incident, conducting checks in the affected areas. Local residents described the situation as alarming and unsettling. One witness stated: "We felt as the building started to shake, and we rushed out onto the street. Hopefully, everyone managed to avoid danger."
Turkish authorities intensified monitoring and preventive measures to mitigate potential consequences of earthquakes to ensure the safety of the country's inhabitants.
