Death toll increases in earthquake: 20 thousand 665
- 10:15 11 February 2023
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NEWS CENTER - AFAD announced that as of 07.00 am, the loss of life in the earthquake was 20 thousand 665.
The Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency (AFAD) announced the loss of life as of 07.00 in the earthquakes, the epicenter of which was the Bazarcix and Elbistan districts of Mereş. It was stated that 20 thousand 665 people lost their lives and 80 thousand 88 people were rescued from the earthquake.
It was announced that 92 thousand 697 earthquake victims from the provinces affected by the earthquake were also evacuated.