47 earthquakes strike Istanbul in 3 hours
People evacuate buildings in panic and contact their loved ones after a 6.2 magnitude earthquake strikes Istanbul, Turkiye with the epicenter in Silivri district, on April 23, 2025. (AA Photo)
A series of earthquakes have rattled the Istanbul region on Wednesday, with 47 recorded tremors within a span of just three hours, according to Türkiye’s Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD).
The seismic activity began at 12:13 p.m. local time with a magnitude 3.9 earthquake off the coast of Silivri. What followed was an intense sequence of aftershocks, the most powerful of which struck the same area with a magnitude of 6.2.
The smallest recorded tremor during this period measured 1.6 magnitude and occurred off the coasts of Silivri and Buyukcekmece.
According to AFAD, the earthquakes occurred at depths ranging between 6 and 15 kilometers beneath the Marmara Sea.
Authorities remain on high alert as aftershocks continue to be felt. No major structural damage or injuries have been reported so far, but citizens are urged to stay cautious and follow official advisories.
