Turkish authorities say 1,466 injured in earthquake
Rescue work continues with 3,700 personnel, 554 vehicles, 3 drones, helicopter, plane, 17 sniffer dogs
Rescuers search quake rubble in Sursuru neighborhood for survivors after a 6.8-magnitude earthquake jolted eastern Turkish province of Elazig on January 25, 2020. The death toll from Friday's powerful earthquake in eastern Turkey has risen to 22, the country's interior minister said. ( Sercan Kucuksahin - Anadolu Agency )
ANKARA
Nearly 1,500 casualties have been recorded after a powerful earthquake hit eastern Turkey, officials said Saturday.
At least 29 people died in the 6.8-magnitude earthquake. Tremors were also felt in neighboring countries including Syria and Georgia.
Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) said at least 1,466 were injured.
It said rescue work continues with more than 3,700 personnel from various organizations along with 554 vehicles, three drones, a helicopter, a plane and 17 sniffer dogs in the region.
Also, tents, beds, blankets, food items and mobile kitchens were sent to the quake-hit areas.
Out of 1,323 buildings assessed, more than 1,000 were damaged, AFAD added.
More than 530 aftershocks, nine above a 4.0- magnitude, occurred after the quake in Elazig province.
* Writing by Burak Dag
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