The death toll in Türkiye in the earthquake exceeded 36 thousand

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Two million people were affected by the two earthquakes of 7.7 and 7.6 magnitudes that took place last week and which were called the 'disaster of the century'. The death toll in Türkiye has exceeded 36 thousand.

The death toll in Türkiye in the earthquake exceeded 36 thousand

Tens of thousands of people lost their lives and were injured in the 7.7 and 7.6 magnitude earthquakes that occurred in Türkiye last week. 2 million people were affected by the earthquake.

According to the latest figures, the death toll in the earthquake that occurred on February 6 and affected 10 provinces of Türkiye is 36,187.

More than 253,000 search and rescue personnel are currently working in the field, the Turkish Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency (AFAD) said in a statement.

At least 216,347 people have been evacuated from the quake-hit regions so far, AFAD added.

The Turkish Foreign Ministry on Thursday said a total of 7,098 foreign personnel from 74 nations are currently continuing their efforts in the field.

 

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