At least 18 buildings collapse in Turkish quake

10 Nov, 2011

At least 18 buildings, including two hotels, collapsed in eastern Turkey after a 5.7-magnitude quake struck just south of the city of Van near the Iranian border, Turkish state television reported. TRT Haber news channel said a large number of people were trapped under the buildings and rescue workers could be seen searching through the rubble. Less than three weeks ago, a 7.6 magnitude quake hit just north-east of Van.

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