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Earthquake in Turkey

Map of Turkey

Deadliest Quakes
A list of the most destructive earthquakes of the 20th century.

Early Damage Reports
Two International Television News reports give early details of the damage and casualties in Turkey. (8/17)

Lessons Learned
Why did so many buildings collapse in Turkey after last week's earthquake?

The Health Crisis
The U.S. Ambassador to Turkey discusses mounting health risks and the continued need for foreign aid. (8/24)

The Health Crisis
Health officials are concerned that disease could strike Turkey's displaced population. (8/23)

Searching for Miracles
Aftershocks rock northwestern Turkey as relief efforts race against the clock. (8/20)

Desperate Situation
The death toll climbs above 10,000, as tens of thousands more remain under the rubble. (8/20)

One Town's Tale
ITN reports from Adapazari, one of the hardest hit towns. (8/19)

Ambassador Ilkim
The Turkish Ambassadors to the United States, Baki Ilkim, talks about the situation in his country. (8/18)

Relief Agencies:
The Red Cross
Direct Relief International
Church World Service
American Jewish World Service
Catholic Relief Services

Turkish Government:
The Turkish Embassy
The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Consulate General of Turkey

Information:
Library of Congress on Turkey
The Turkish Daily News
U.N. Relief Web


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