Türkiye Boosts Precautions Amid Aegean Seismic Activity
As tectonic fluctuations persist in the Aegean region, Türkiye has ramped up its preparedness efforts, with the country’s Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency (AFAD) formulating a strategic contingency plan. Meanwhile, neighbouring Greece has extended school closures as a precautionary measure. AFAD recently convened a high-level emergency meeting to assess the risks posed by the ongoing […]
Impact of Aegean Earthquakes on Türkiye and the Recent Sea Recession
The recent seismic activity near Santorini has raised concerns in Türkiye’s western coastal regions, where tremors have been felt and unusual environmental changes, such as the sea receding, have been observed. Here’s what you need to know: 1. Seismic Activity in Western Türkiye Türkiye sits on active fault lines, including the North Anatolian Fault and […]