By Staff Reporter
ANKARA, A 5.8-magnitude earthquake shook the Mediterranean coastal town of Marmaris on Tuesday, Türkiye’s disaster management agency said. At least seven people were injured while trying to escape homes in panic.
The Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency said the earthquake was centred in the Mediterranean Sea. It was felt in neighbouring regions, including on the Greek island of Rhodes, waking many from their sleep, Türkiye’s NTV television reported.
Marmaris’ governor, Idris Akbiyik, told the station that seven people were being treated for injuries after jumping from windows or balconies in panic, but there was no immediate report of any serious damage.
Türkiye sits on top of major fault lines and earthquakes are frequent.
