Ankara, Nov. 23 (BNA): An earthquake measuring 5.9 on the Richter scale struck a town in northwest Turkey early this morning, Wednesday, causing damage to some buildings and widespread panic.
At least 68 people have been injured, most of them while trying to flee their homes, according to the Associated Press today.
The Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency said the epicenter of the quake was in the town of Golkaya in Duzce province, 200 km east of Istanbul.
The quake occurred at 4:08 am (0108 GMT) and was felt in Istanbul, the capital, Ankara, and other parts of the region. Dozens of aftershocks have been reported, including one with a magnitude of 4.3.
The earthquake woke people from their sleep and many rushed out of buildings in panic in the province hit by a deadly earthquake 23 years ago.
At least 68 people were treated in hospitals for injuries in Duzce and nearby areas, most of whom were injured during the panic, including from jumping from balconies or windows.
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