Türkiye remembers Feb. 6 earthquake victims

On February 6, 2023, Türkiye noticed a day of mourning for the victims of earthquakes that struck its southern area, claiming 53,537 lives and injuring over 107,000 folks. The magnitude 7.7 and seven.6 quakes affected 11 provinces and impacted greater than 14 million people. Commemoration ceremonies have been held nationwide, with a second of silence at 4:17 a.m., marking the precise time of the catastrophe.