Magnitude 5.9 earthquake rattles northwestern Türkiye

Earthquake, centered in Golyaka District of Duzce province, struck at 4.08 a.m., says Türkiye's disaster management authority

By Burak Dag

ANKARA (AA) - A powerful earthquake jolted Türkiye’s northwestern Duzce province early Wednesday, according to the country's disaster management authority.

The Turkish Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) said a 5.9 magnitude earthquake centered in Golyaka District struck at 4.08 a.m. (0108GMT).

The quake occurred at a depth of 6.81 kilometers (4.2 miles).

No casualties or damage to buildings have been reported so far, said Turkish Interior Minister Suleyman Soylu.

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