Amagnitude 5.3 earthquake shook Türkiye’s eastern Malatya province on Thursday, the Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) said.
The epicenter of the earthquake was the Yeşilyurt district, AFAD said.
It took place at a depth of 7 kilometers (4.3 miles).
Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya noted that all relevant institutions, including AFAD, have been mobilized to detect any damage or issues following the earthquake. There were no reports of deaths following the earthquake, but 22 people were injured after jumping off their balconies due to panic, he said.
Some people who panicked during the quake jumped off their balconies but no other damage has been reported, according to the governor.
The quake was felt in nearby provinces, including Kahramanmaraş, Adıyaman, Şanlıurfa and Gaziantep. Many people flocked to the streets following the quake, Anadolu Agency (AA) reported.
