Connect with us

News

Rescue operations conclude in Kilis, Şanlıurfa, AFAD announces

Published

on

The Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) announced Thursday that rescue and search operations have come to an end in two of the 10 provinces hardly devastated by the 7.7 and 7.6 magnitude earthquakes Monday that shook the region.

AFAD stated that after the rescue works came to an end in Şanlıurfa, they finished in Kilis as well.

Trade Minister Mehmet Muş, who was appointed to the area, announced that the search and rescue operations have been completed in Kilis.

“Our teams have completed the search and rescue work in Kilis. Teams from Kilis were immediately dispatched to other provinces where the work continues,” the statement issued by AFAD read.

At the same time, installation of tents sent to the city by AFAD for earthquake victims in Şanlıurfa continues in coordination with the Şanlıurfa Governorate.

The death toll from the deadly earthquakes in Türkiye rose to 14,351 as of Thursday, AFAD announced. The number of injured rose to 63,794, according to the latest figures.

Advertisement

The Daily Sabah Newsletter

Keep up to date with what’s happening in Turkey,
it’s region and the world.


You can unsubscribe at any time. By signing up you are agreeing to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Source: Daily Sabah

Advertisement

Follow us on Google News to get the latest Updates

Advertisement
Advertisement

Trending