An earthquake of 7.8 magnitude has hit Southern Turkiye and Northern Syria.

On Monday 6th February 2023, a devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck southern Turkiye and northern Syria. The earthquake hit at 4.17 am, followed by second and third earthquakes of 6.4 and 6.5 magnitudes respectfully only minutes later. 10 provinces in the region have been affected including Kayseri, Malatya, Adana Diyarbakır, Gaziantep & Hatay.

According to latest reports, at least 1,300 people have been confirmed dead across both Turkiye and Syria with the number expected to rise further. Gaziantep has the highest death toll among Turkish cities so far. At least 5,300 people have been injured across the affected provinces in Turkiye, with many more trapped in the rubble following the collapse of hundreds of buildings.

The earthquake has caused extensive damage across multiple cities and towns, and ongoing rescue operations are taking place in a desperate bid to save lives. In Northern Syria, more than 312 people have been confirmed dead and there are hundreds more casualties as a result of collapsing buildings and devastation.

Within 12 hours of the first earthquake, a second large earthquake with a magnitude of 7.7 hits Turkiye and Syria.

Ongoing rescue operations are taking place in a desperate bid to save lives. In Northern Syria, 312 people have been confirmed dead and there are hundreds more casualties as a result of collapsing buildings and devastation.

Time is of critical essence for impacted by the earthquake. International aid is needed now in order to reach and save as many lives as possible. Please donate generously to our Turkiye Syria Earthquake Appeal now.

Islamic Relief teams are on the ground right now responding to the disaster in both Turkiye and Syria. We are assessing the situation as it evolves and making preparations to provide emergency support to those affected. Help save precious lives and donate now to our Turkiye and Syria Earthquake Appeal.