PUTRAJAYA, April 23 — No Malaysians were affected by the 6.2-magnitude earthquake that struck Istanbul, Turkey, earlier today, the Foreign Ministry said.
In a statement, Wisma Putra said it is monitoring the situation after the disaster, which occurred at 12.49pm local time in the Sea of Marmara off the coast of Istanbul’s Silivri district.
The ministry, through the Consulate-General of Malaysia in Istanbul, is maintaining close communication with Malaysians in the affected area and is in contact with local authorities for the latest updates.
Wisma Putra advised Malaysians in Turkey to remain vigilant, follow the guidance of local authorities, and take all necessary safety precautions.
For consular assistance, Malaysians may visit the Consulate-General of Malaysia in Istanbul, located at Polat Plaza, Sisli, call +90-212 989 10 01 during office hours, WhatsApp +90 531 716 05 51 after hours, or email [email protected].
A second tremor, measuring 4.9 in magnitude, was recorded at 1.02pm (1002 GMT), with its epicentre off the coast of Buyukcekmece in the Sea of Marmara.
The AFAD disaster management body said response teams have been mobilised, with field assessments underway to evaluate damage and ensure public safety.
There were no immediate reports of casualties or significant damage.
In a statement, Turkey President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said authorities are closely monitoring the developments.
— Bernama
