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Earthquake in Turkey: the 6 most devastating earthquakes of the last two decades

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During the early hours of this Monday February 6, shook a strong earthquake measuring 7.8 on the Richter scale Turkey AND Syria. So far, according to official data from both countries, there are more than 7,000 wounded AND 1,400 dead.

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The the main shock occurred at 4.17 (local time) and lasted about 30 seconds. affected the Kahramanmaras Regionabout 600 kilometers southeast of Ankara.

The powerful movement caused the buildings to collapse, resulting in its presence Hundreds of people trapped in the rubble.

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In the early hours of this February 6, a strong earthquake measuring 7.8 on the Richter scale shook Turkey and Syria.  Photo: EFE/EPA

In the early hours of this February 6, a strong earthquake measuring 7.8 on the Richter scale shook Turkey and Syria. Photo: EFE/EPA

What is an earthquake and how does it occur?

An earthquake is a sudden movements or vibrations of the earth’s crust which is produced by the release of energy, contained by the interior of the earth

Source: Clarin

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