5.8-Magnitude Earthquake Kills One, Injures Dozens in Turkey, Greece

A 5.8 magnitude earthquake struck the southwestern region of Turkey near Marmaris early Tuesday morning, with tremors felt as far as Greece and Egypt. The quake resulted in the death of a 14-year-old girl in the resort town of Fethiye, who suffered a fatal panic attack, and injured around 70 people mostly in Mugla province as they rushed to safety, some jumping from heights in panic. Authorities reported no structural collapses, but widespread panic caused numerous injuries, with many treated at hospitals. The quake also affected the Greek island of Rhodes, where tourists experienced hotel evacuations, although no injuries were reported in Greece. Turkey, located on major fault lines, is prone to frequent seismic activity, having suffered a devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquake in 2023 that caused significant casualties and damage. Disaster management teams have been deployed to assess the situation in the affected areas.