CORRECTED: 6.1-magnitude quake hits western Turkey: disaster agency

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CORRECTED: 6.1-magnitude quake hits western Turkey: disaster agency
Ankara, Aug 10 (AFP) Aug 10, 2025
A 6.1-magnitude quake has struck Sindirgi in western Turkey, the Turkish disaster management agency (AFAD) said on Sunday.

Sunday's quake was felt across several cities in the west of the country, including Istanbul and the tourist hotspot of Izmir, according to the authorities, who are yet to comment on any potential damages or deaths.

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