Historical Events tagged with "gediz"
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Devastating Earthquake Strikes Western Turkey
An earthquake with a magnitude estimated between 7.0 to 7.3 struck western Turkey, resulting in significant destruction in the city of Gediz and surrounding regions. The quake occurred at approximately 23:05 local time, leading to widespread panic and chaos. Official reports confirmed that at least 1,086 people lost their lives, and around 1,200 were injured. The quake caused severe damage to homes, infrastructure, and historical buildings, leaving thousands homeless and prompting a national and international response for assistance and recovery efforts.
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