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Turkey earthquake: On June 3, a 6.2 magnitude earthquake occurred in the Dodecaneez Islands on the border of Greece and Türkiye. According to the European Mediterranean Earthquaker Center (EMSC), the earthquake was recorded at 2:17 pm (local time), which was 18 km from Rhodes and at a depth of 68 km.
Turkish disaster and emergency management Presidency (AFAD) reported that the center of the earthquake was in the Mediterranean Sea and its impact was seen 31 km south of the city of Marmaris. Due to shocks, people woke up from sleep and came out of their homes. According to the news agency AP, at least seven people were injured while running into panic.
Panic in people in Rhodes and surrounding areas
Turkish news channel NTV said that tremors were felt sharply and clearly in the surrounding areas including Rhodes, causing many people to leave the house at night. At present, there is no information about any major loss or loss of life. Local administration and emergency teams are active and assessing the situation. The administration has appealed to the people to remain calm and be cautious for subsequent shaking.
This area is sensitive
Both Türkiye and Greece are seismic sensitive areas. This area is located on major corruption lines like North Anatolion Fault Line. The region has already had serious earthquakes, Samos in Samos in 2020 has a 7.0 magnitude earthquake, a devastating earthquake in Rhodes in 1481 and more than 900 small earthquakes in Santorini region since February 2025.
Experts warning: Earthquake can also occur in future
According to earthquake experts, this earthquake of 6.2 magnitude was medium -ranked, but it was felt in a large area due to its shallow depth. According to the USGS, this is less likely to cause a big loss of life and property, but it is possible to fall small disadvantages such as a breakdown of windows or falling accessories. Experts have warned that more earthquakes may occur in this area in the field, so sustainable monitoring and preparations are needed.