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Well i would love to answer this because i am turkish myself even though i was born and live in London. So there was an earthquake in turkey on 1999 (when i was born) it killed 17000 people and it only took 37 seconds. did you know that it left half a million people homeless! i am sorry to say i havent really got to find out a lot about why there was an earthquake, i am not very good at earthquakes but all i know is that at the time, if the houses were made stronger to earthquakes then it would have been much better but now luckily the buildings and houses are mainly strong against earthquakes :) ellie
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When was the 2011 earthquake in Turkey?
There are a lot of 2011 earthquakes in Turkey. Most of them range from Oct. 20-27.
How long did the turkey earthquake last?
There have been many earthquakes in Turkey that lasted for varied periods. Most of the earthquakes have lasted for about 30 seconds leaving so many fatalities and so much damage.
How often does Turkey get Earthquakes?
Turkey is situated in a seismically active region, experiencing earthquakes frequently. On average, the country endures thousands of minor tremors each year, with significant earthquakes occurring approximately every few decades. The most notable seismic zones are along the North Anatolian Fault and the East Anatolian Fault, where major earthquakes can have devastating effects. As a result, earthquake preparedness and monitoring are critical in Turkey.
What year has had the most earthquakes?
This year in 2011 probably has the most earthquakes ever.
Why does Turkey get so many earthquakes?
Plane Earth has massive plates that make it's surface. when they move they cause disturbance on top.
Does turkey have earthquakes?
Yes, Turkey is prone to earthquakes due to its location on the boundary of the Eurasian and African tectonic plates. Major earthquakes have occurred in Turkey in the past, with the most recent significant one being the Izmit earthquake in 1999.
Why do earthquakes take place in Turkey?
Turkey sits on top of several internal faults within the Eurasian plate. It is the rubbing of these internal faults that produces the earthquakes.
When was the 2011 earthquake in Turkey?
There are a lot of 2011 earthquakes in Turkey. Most of them range from Oct. 20-27.
Which two countries have a lot of earthquakes in Europe?
Greece Turkey
How many earthquakes have there been in Turkey?
two one in 1999 and in 2003
How long did the turkey earthquake last?
There have been many earthquakes in Turkey that lasted for varied periods. Most of the earthquakes have lasted for about 30 seconds leaving so many fatalities and so much damage.
How often does Turkey get Earthquakes?
Turkey is situated in a seismically active region, experiencing earthquakes frequently. On average, the country endures thousands of minor tremors each year, with significant earthquakes occurring approximately every few decades. The most notable seismic zones are along the North Anatolian Fault and the East Anatolian Fault, where major earthquakes can have devastating effects. As a result, earthquake preparedness and monitoring are critical in Turkey.
Where are peoples' lives more likely to be affected by earthquakes A Iraq B Israel C Lebanon D Turkey?
(D) Turkey: Eastern Anatolia sits astride a number of minor fault lines and has had numerous earthquakes in the recent past.
Why have so many people been killed by earthquakes in Turkey Not just recent pass as well?
The Arabian plate is colliding with the Eurasian plate and pushing up the mountains and plateaus of Turkey and Iran. These same movements often result in earthquakes.
How many people get killed by earthquakes each year in Turkey?
The number of fatalities from earthquakes in Turkey can vary significantly from year to year, depending on the severity and location of the quakes. On average, Turkey experiences several deadly earthquakes, with casualties sometimes reaching into the thousands during major events. For instance, the 1999 İzmit earthquake resulted in over 17,000 deaths. However, in years without significant earthquakes, fatalities can be minimal. Overall, it's essential to consult annual reports for precise figures, as they fluctuate widely.
Countries that were recentlyaffected by earthquakes?
The Haiti earthquake in Jan. 12, 2010.The Chile earthquake.The Turkey earthquake.
Does the Mediterranean region of Europe have frequent earthquakes?
Yes, the Mediterranean region of Europe does experience frequent earthquakes due to the collision of tectonic plates. Countries such as Italy, Greece, and Turkey are particularly prone to seismic activity.
