On February 6, 2023, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck a series of powerful tremors and aftershocks that devastated Southeast Turkey and Northwest Syria. This was the most devastating earthquake to ever hit Turkey in more than 20 years.

Only 2 weeks later, on February 20, 2023, another earthquake hit Southern Turkey, measuring at a magnitude of 6.3 on the Richter scale. On Feb. 27, a magnitude 5.6 earthquake shook southern Turkey as well. 

In total, over 47,000 people have been killed, 87,000 have been injured, and even more have been displaced. To add on, at least 47,000 buildings have been destroyed or suffered considerable damage.

On February 9, a United Nations Convoy delivered relief supplies including food, water, shelter, and cleaning essentials to Turkey and Syria. Since then, 583 more United Nation trucks loaded with aid have dropped off desperately needed supplies. Neighboring countries have also sent aid, including Saudi Arabia and Egypt. 

In the days following the earthquake, many rescue teams continued to pull survivors from the ruins of crumbed buildings. Some people managed to survive after several days of being trapped in the rubble and debris.

More than 248 hours after the earthquake, 3 survivors were found and rescued, 2 of them being minors. 

Aleyna Olmez, a 17-year-old girl, was nicknamed the “miracle girl,” after she was pulled to safety more than 10 days after the earthquake on February 6. Later that day, Neslihan Kilic, a 30-year-old man, and Osman, a 12-year-old boy, were also rescued. 

This Earthquake has affected millions of people around the world, and is truly a devastating natural disaster.

Three survivors pulled alive from earthquake rubble in Turkey, more than 248 hours after quake

2023 Turkey and Syria earthquake: Facts, FAQs, and how to help | World Vision.

Death toll from massive Turkey, Syria earthquake tops 47,000 | PBS NewsHour.