<p>A fire that engulfed hundreds of shipping containers at Turkey's Iskenderun Port after massive earthquakes in the region has been extinguished, the defence ministry said on Tuesday, but it was not clear when operations would resume at the port.</p>

<p>Turkey's maritime authority said on Monday that the port, located on the Mediterranean coast in the southern province of Hatay, was damaged due to the earthquake that struck Turkey and neighbouring Syria.</p>

<p>Drone footage showed fierce flames blackening hundreds of containers on the dock, with water jets from a fire truck dwarfed by the scale of the blaze that broke out on Monday. Thick black smoke billowed into the sky.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Hundreds dead, many trapped as major earthquake jolts Turkiye, Syria</strong></p>

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<p>Turkish shipping agency Tribeca said earlier on Tuesday some cargo areas of Limak port at the Iskenderun complex were still on fire.</p>

<p>The blaze led to the shutdown of all operations at the terminal until further notice and forced freight liners to divert vessels to other ports.</p>

<p>The defence ministry said later on Tuesday the fire was put out thanks to efforts by military helicopters and planes after Monday's efforts to douse the flames from offshore failed.</p>

<p>Leading global container shipping group AP Moller Maersk said there had been significant damage to logistics and transport infrastructure around the earthquake epicentre, including at the Port of Iskenderun.</p>

<p>It said it was looking to re-route ships as needed, given the "severe structural damage, leading to a complete stop of all operations until further notice".</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/miracle-amid-devastation-baby-born-under-rubble-rescued-after-syria-turkey-earthquake-watch-559637">'Miracle amid devastation': Baby born under rubble; rescued after Syria, Turkey earthquake. Watch!</a></strong></p>

<p>"We will need to perform a change of destination for all bookings bound for the port or already on the water. We are currently planning to divert containers to nearby hubs within operational feasibility or hold at transhipment ports - including Port of Mersin (in Turkey) and Port Said (in Egypt)."</p>

<p>Maersk added in an updated advisory on Tuesday that a fire broke out among containers at the terminal on Monday evening after the earthquake struck and the company was working to assess the potential loss of cargo.</p>

<p>"It's not yet known how long recovery efforts will take and when the port can undergo a full inspection of the damage."</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cctv-amateur-videos-capture-turkiye-syrias-deadly-earthquake-559287">CCTV, amateur videos capture Turkiye, Syria's deadly&nbsp;earthquake</a></strong></p>

<p>German container shipping line Hapag Lloyd said it was taking shipments from Mersin given the closure of Iskenderun.</p>

<p>A source from a container broker said the fire most likely originated in a container filled with flammable industrial oil, judging by the flames and smoke.</p>

<p>Other containers were toppled on their sides, thwarting access to the emergency services. Authorities had tried in vain to tackle the fire by boat on Monday, with damage nearby from the quake hampering access to the site.</p>

<p>More than 1,200 buildings were destroyed by the earthquake in Hatay province alone.</p>

<p>Iskenderun hosts heavy industries such as steel and is one of the two major container hubs on Turkey's southeastern shores. The port focuses especially on domestic Turkish trade, rather than having a broader regional hub role, according to a shipping source.</p>

<p>Following inspections of damage after the earthquake, the maritime authority said on Monday that operations were continuing in ports apart from Iskenderun.</p>

<p>A tanker docked at Turkey's Ceyhan oil export hub on Tuesday to load Iraqi crude oil, the first since the earthquakes on Monday, according to ship tracking data and a trading source, after bad weather earlier in the day prevented loading.</p>


A fire that engulfed hundreds of shipping containers at Turkey's Iskenderun Port after massive earthquakes in the region has been extinguished, the defence ministry said on Tuesday, but it was not clear when operations would resume at the port.

A fire that engulfed hundreds of shipping containers at Turkey's Iskenderun Port after massive earthquakes in the region has been extinguished, the defence ministry said on Tuesday, but it was not clear when operations would resume at the port. Turkey's maritime authority said on Monday that the port, located on the Mediterranean coast in the southern province of Hatay, was damaged due to the earthquake that struck Turkey and neighbouring Syria. Drone footage showed fierce flames blackening hundreds of containers on the dock, with water jets from a fire truck dwarfed by the scale of the blaze that broke out on Monday. Thick black smoke billowed into the sky. Watch | Hundreds dead, many trapped as major earthquake jolts Turkiye, Syria Turkish shipping agency Tribeca said earlier on Tuesday some cargo areas of Limak port at the Iskenderun complex were still on fire. The blaze led to the shutdown of all operations at the terminal until further notice and forced freight liners to divert vessels to other ports. The defence ministry said later on Tuesday the fire was put out thanks to efforts by military helicopters and planes after Monday's efforts to douse the flames from offshore failed. Leading global container shipping group AP Moller Maersk said there had been significant damage to logistics and transport infrastructure around the earthquake epicentre, including at the Port of Iskenderun. It said it was looking to re-route ships as needed, given the "severe structural damage, leading to a complete stop of all operations until further notice". Also read | 'Miracle amid devastation': Baby born under rubble; rescued after Syria, Turkey earthquake. Watch! "We will need to perform a change of destination for all bookings bound for the port or already on the water. We are currently planning to divert containers to nearby hubs within operational feasibility or hold at transhipment ports - including Port of Mersin (in Turkey) and Port Said (in Egypt)." Maersk added in an updated advisory on Tuesday that a fire broke out among containers at the terminal on Monday evening after the earthquake struck and the company was working to assess the potential loss of cargo. "It's not yet known how long recovery efforts will take and when the port can undergo a full inspection of the damage." Also read | CCTV, amateur videos capture Turkiye, Syria's deadly earthquake German container shipping line Hapag Lloyd said it was taking shipments from Mersin given the closure of Iskenderun. A source from a container broker said the fire most likely originated in a container filled with flammable industrial oil, judging by the flames and smoke. Other containers were toppled on their sides, thwarting access to the emergency services. Authorities had tried in vain to tackle the fire by boat on Monday, with damage nearby from the quake hampering access to the site. More than 1,200 buildings were destroyed by the earthquake in Hatay province alone. Iskenderun hosts heavy industries such as steel and is one of the two major container hubs on Turkey's southeastern shores. The port focuses especially on domestic Turkish trade, rather than having a broader regional hub role, according to a shipping source. Following inspections of damage after the earthquake, the maritime authority said on Monday that operations were continuing in ports apart from Iskenderun. A tanker docked at Turkey's Ceyhan oil export hub on Tuesday to load Iraqi crude oil, the first since the earthquakes on Monday, according to ship tracking data and a trading source, after bad weather earlier in the day prevented loading.

Massive fire at Turkey's Iskenderun Port extinguished: Defence Ministry

<p>Syria has thanked India for sending humanitarian support in the aftermath of the earthquake that impacted the country. A devastating quake hit southern Turkey that also had a huge impact in northern Syria, with thousands feared dead. Speaking to our diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal, Syrian Ambassador Dr Bassam Alkhatib said, "we really appreciate people, Government of India for support, this is the voice of the south we want to see in the future".</p>

<p>India is sending a plane load of humanitarian support to the country, even as the ambassador hoped, "another plane going to Syria with more humanitarian assistance". Yesterday, Indian and Syrian foreign ministers established contacts as New Delhi stepped up its efforts to help the country.</p>

<p>On the sanctions against the country, the ambassador explained, "The government, countries who impose such sanctions, they know well that they are behind the suffering of Syrian people with such sanctions."</p>

<p>Here's the complete conversation:</p>

<p><strong>WION:</strong> What is the current situation on the ground?</p>

<p><strong>Dr Bassam Alkhatib: </strong>Unluckily it's a devastating situation, a big earthquake impacted many areas of Syria. The last number I received, was 850 death and thousands of casualties of different levels. Many buildings are in ruins, many people are still trapped under the said ruins and everybody in Syria is doing all the possible best to handle the situation. The President, when he heard held a meeting of all the authorities relevant to the situation. The foreign minister also held another meeting with representatives of international organisations. With the help of many friendly countries, we have started to handle the situation. The situation is still sensitive.</p>

<p><strong>WION:</strong>&nbsp;How do you view&nbsp;India's support?</p>

<p><strong>Dr Bassam Alkhatib:</strong> I would love to start by saying that I was attending a successful meeting in Bangalore under the honourable attendance of the PM. When I heard the news, I started coordinating with the people in Syria and India. The fast good, generous response by the Government of India is really unique. Later on, the Indian PM wrote a message of condolences to Syria. The foreign ministers in both countries contacted each other and the high-ranking officials in the MEA, and by the end of yesterday, the plan was ready, and the decision was taken successfully. The visit of the Mos MEA to the embassy is a message from the people and the Government of India towards the people and the Government of Syria. We are with you; we are keeping the position of India with you, and I can say within less than an hour a plane is leaving the Delhi airport of Delhi, going to Syria full of assistance and equipment.</p>

<p><strong>WION:</strong> Can you tell us about the international assistance Syria is receiving?</p>

<p><strong>Dr Bassam Alkhatib:</strong> Everybody knows we have friends around the world, and all of them took the right position to be with Syria. I am not going to name countries. Some of them have sent three planes full of assistance. Hopefully, India is now contemplating sending a second plane to Syria. The&nbsp;first one is going right now.</p>

<p><strong>WION:</strong>&nbsp;Has the Israeli PM offered support to Syria?</p>

<p><strong>Dr Bassam Alkhatib:</strong> The source of the problem and evils for Syria is the Israeli occupation of our land, so such statements are nonsense.</p>

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<strong>WION: </strong>How is Syria coordinating&nbsp;with Turkey?</p>

<p><strong>Dr Bassam Alkhatib:</strong> For us in Syria, we do believe human beings are human beings. We have no problem with the people of Turkey. We don't want to see the people of Turkey suffering.</p>

<p><strong>WION: </strong>What kind of coordination were you looking for from Delhi?</p>

<p><strong>Dr Bassam Alkhatib:</strong> Absolutely. Even as I was attending the important conference, I was making contact with everyone in India and Syria. So I have just said, colleagues at the MEA had made contact&nbsp;every hour. Late last night, I was able to make contact between the two&nbsp;foreign ministers, and luckily the result you know, the plane is moving to Syria. We really appreciate the people and the Government of India for their support. This is the voice of the south we want to see in the future.</p>

<p><strong>WION: H</strong>ow much will the sanctions against your country impact&nbsp;the relief and rescue operations in your country?</p>

<p><strong>Dr Bassam Alkhatib:</strong> Those sanctions are not only impacting the Syrian government but mainly impact the Syrian people. The government, and countries who impose such sanctions, know well that they are behind the suffering of the Syrian people. But when it comes to honest and independent countries, in decisions and policies like India, it is easy to find solutions to any problem, including these sanctions. We appreciate you coming, and we appreciate the visit of MoS MEA. We really appreciate the Indian heart.</p>

<p><strong>WION: </strong>Russia has also extended support to your country in the aftermath of the earthquake?</p>

<p><strong>Dr Bassam Alkhatib:</strong> At the high level, the President of Russia call soon, the President of Syria and then many planes and all kinds of assistance were announced. I trust they will help.</p>


Syria has thanked India for sending humanitarian support in the aftermath of the earthquake that impacted the country. A devastating quake hit southern Turkey that also had a huge impact in northern Syria, with thousands feared dead.

Syria has thanked India for sending humanitarian support in the aftermath of the earthquake that impacted the country. A devastating quake hit southern Turkey that also had a huge impact in northern Syria, with thousands feared dead. Speaking to our diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal, Syrian Ambassador Dr Bassam Alkhatib said, "we really appreciate people, Government of India for support, this is the voice of the south we want to see in the future". India is sending a plane load of humanitarian support to the country, even as the ambassador hoped, "another plane going to Syria with more humanitarian assistance". Yesterday, Indian and Syrian foreign ministers established contacts as New Delhi stepped up its efforts to help the country. On the sanctions against the country, the ambassador explained, "The government, countries who impose such sanctions, they know well that they are behind the suffering of Syrian people with such sanctions." Here's the complete conversation: WION: What is the current situation on the ground? Dr Bassam Alkhatib: Unluckily it's a devastating situation, a big earthquake impacted many areas of Syria. The last number I received, was 850 death and thousands of casualties of different levels. Many buildings are in ruins, many people are still trapped under the said ruins and everybody in Syria is doing all the possible best to handle the situation. The President, when he heard held a meeting of all the authorities relevant to the situation. The foreign minister also held another meeting with representatives of international organisations. With the help of many friendly countries, we have started to handle the situation. The situation is still sensitive. WION: How do you view India's support? Dr Bassam Alkhatib: I would love to start by saying that I was attending a successful meeting in Bangalore under the honourable attendance of the PM. When I heard the news, I started coordinating with the people in Syria and India. The fast good, generous response by the Government of India is really unique. Later on, the Indian PM wrote a message of condolences to Syria. The foreign ministers in both countries contacted each other and the high-ranking officials in the MEA, and by the end of yesterday, the plan was ready, and the decision was taken successfully. The visit of the Mos MEA to the embassy is a message from the people and the Government of India towards the people and the Government of Syria. We are with you; we are keeping the position of India with you, and I can say within less than an hour a plane is leaving the Delhi airport of Delhi, going to Syria full of assistance and equipment. WION: Can you tell us about the international assistance Syria is receiving? Dr Bassam Alkhatib: Everybody knows we have friends around the world, and all of them took the right position to be with Syria. I am not going to name countries. Some of them have sent three planes full of assistance. Hopefully, India is now contemplating sending a second plane to Syria. The first one is going right now. WION: Has the Israeli PM offered support to Syria? Dr Bassam Alkhatib: The source of the problem and evils for Syria is the Israeli occupation of our land, so such statements are nonsense. WION: How is Syria coordinating with Turkey? Dr Bassam Alkhatib: For us in Syria, we do believe human beings are human beings. We have no problem with the people of Turkey. We don't want to see the people of Turkey suffering. WION: What kind of coordination were you looking for from Delhi? Dr Bassam Alkhatib: Absolutely. Even as I was attending the important conference, I was making contact with everyone in India and Syria. So I have just said, colleagues at the MEA had made contact every hour. Late last night, I was able to make contact between the two foreign ministers, and luckily the result you know, the plane is moving to Syria. We really appreciate the people and the Government of India for their support. This is the voice of the south we want to see in the future. WION: How much will the sanctions against your country impact the relief and rescue operations in your country? Dr Bassam Alkhatib: Those sanctions are not only impacting the Syrian government but mainly impact the Syrian people. The government, and countries who impose such sanctions, know well that they are behind the suffering of the Syrian people. But when it comes to honest and independent countries, in decisions and policies like India, it is easy to find solutions to any problem, including these sanctions. We appreciate you coming, and we appreciate the visit of MoS MEA. We really appreciate the Indian heart. WION: Russia has also extended support to your country in the aftermath of the earthquake? Dr Bassam Alkhatib: At the high level, the President of Russia call soon, the President of Syria and then many planes and all kinds of assistance were announced. I trust they will help.

Exclusive | Quake-hit Syria thanks India for humanitarian support

<p>A newborn has been rescued from underneath the rubble in Syria. The baby was reportedly born under the remains of a collapsed building. However, as per reports, the mother, unfortunately, did not survive the ordeal.</p>

<p>Footage of the miraculous rescue is all over the internet. The story of this amazing rescue has emerged as a shining light amid the tragedy that has struck Turkey and Syria.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Hundreds dead, many trapped as major earthquake jolts Turkiye, Syria</strong></p>

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<p>In a video that is going viral on social media, amid the landscape of destruction, a rescuer can be seen running with the newborn in his arms.</p>

<p>Take a look at the astounding rescue here:</p>

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<p><em><strong>Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of photos and videos shared on social media.</strong></em></p>

<p>As per local media reports quoted by Daily Mail, the mother who had been displaced from Syria's eastern Deir Ezzor region went into labour in the aftermath of the quake.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cctv-amateur-videos-capture-turkiye-syrias-deadly-earthquake-559287">CCTV, amateur videos capture Turkiye, Syria's deadly&nbsp;earthquake</a></strong></p>

<p>Reports suggest that the infant's whole family has perished in the devastation. Rescuers are looking after the baby.</p>

<p>On Monday, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck the two nations, bringing down multi-storey buildings and spreading devastation.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-syria-earthquake-update-heres-how-you-can-donate-to-help-relief-efforts-in-the-disaster-hit-countries-559509">Turkey Syria Earthquake Update: Here’s how you can donate to help relief efforts in the disaster-hit countries</a></strong></p>

<p>This massive earthquake was followed by subsequent tremors of equal and slightly lesser magnitude; each one devastating.</p>

<p>As per the latest figures, the death toll from the disaster has already crossed the 5,000 mark. It is feared that the number would only move upwards and may reach 20,000. The World Health Organization (WHO) on Monday warned that 23 million people including 1.4 million children could be affected by the tremors.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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A newborn has been rescued from underneath the rubble in Syria. The baby was reportedly born under the remains of a collapsed building. However, as per reports, the mother, unfortunately, did not survive the ordeal.

A newborn has been rescued from underneath the rubble in Syria. The baby was reportedly born under the remains of a collapsed building. However, as per reports, the mother, unfortunately, did not survive the ordeal. Footage of the miraculous rescue is all over the internet. The story of this amazing rescue has emerged as a shining light amid the tragedy that has struck Turkey and Syria. Watch | Hundreds dead, many trapped as major earthquake jolts Turkiye, Syria In a video that is going viral on social media, amid the landscape of destruction, a rescuer can be seen running with the newborn in his arms. Take a look at the astounding rescue here: Syria Earthquake, 6.02. A newly born baby, his mother gave birth under the rubble and shortly passed away... This is one of the most shocking videos in the entire history of disasters. #TurkeyEarthquake #syriaearthquake #TurkeyQuake #TurkiyeEarthquarke #Syria #Turkey #Туреччина pic.twitter.com/th97887iZZ — Oksana Johannesson (@Miss_Oksana) February 6, 2023 × Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of photos and videos shared on social media. As per local media reports quoted by Daily Mail, the mother who had been displaced from Syria's eastern Deir Ezzor region went into labour in the aftermath of the quake. Also read | CCTV, amateur videos capture Turkiye, Syria's deadly earthquake Reports suggest that the infant's whole family has perished in the devastation. Rescuers are looking after the baby. On Monday, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck the two nations, bringing down multi-storey buildings and spreading devastation. Also read | Turkey Syria Earthquake Update: Here’s how you can donate to help relief efforts in the disaster-hit countries This massive earthquake was followed by subsequent tremors of equal and slightly lesser magnitude; each one devastating. As per the latest figures, the death toll from the disaster has already crossed the 5,000 mark. It is feared that the number would only move upwards and may reach 20,000. The World Health Organization (WHO) on Monday warned that 23 million people including 1.4 million children could be affected by the tremors. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

'Miracle amid devastation': Baby born under rubble; rescued after Syria, Turkey earthquake. Watch!

<p>More than 1,000 people have been confirmed as dead due to the massive 7.8 magnitude earthquake that struck central Turkiye and Northwestern Syria.</p>

<p>The quake, as per a Reuters report, was also felt in Cyprus and Lebanon. However, as per the Danish geological institute, tremors from the earthquake were felt as far away as Greenland, some 5,500 km away. &nbsp;</p>

<p>CCTV footage and mobile footage of the devastation have flooded the internet. Some of these videos show people trapped under the rubble, others show the moment when massive buildings fell like a "house of cards".</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Hundreds dead, many trapped as major earthquake jolts Turkiye, Syria</strong></p>

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<p>These videos show in first person the wide-scale destruction that has struck Turkey and Syria.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Here are some of them. Viewer discretion is advised.</p>

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Update- 1006 Killed &amp; 5590 injured.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/deprem?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#deprem</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Idlib?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Idlib</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Syria?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Syria</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DEPREMOLDU?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DEPREMOLDU</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TurkeyEarthquake?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TurkeyEarthquake</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Turkey?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Turkey</a> <a href="https://t.co/n4ejuCz28l">pic.twitter.com/n4ejuCz28l</a></p>
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IT IS ANNOUNCED THAT A TOTAL OF 1710 BUILDINGS HAVE BEEN DESTROYED DUE TO THE EARTHQUAKE IN TURKEY. There are aftershocks or buildings that have been damaged and subsequently demolished<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Turkey?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Turkey</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/kahramanmaras?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#kahramanmaras</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/malatya?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#malatya</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/deprem?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#deprem</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/earthquake?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#earthquake</a><a href="https://t.co/UzET9pMNSa">pic.twitter.com/UzET9pMNSa</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">2,200 years old Gazintap Castle destroyed by the earthquake in Turkey.<br />
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Before vs Now. <a href="https://t.co/vAtIWhmlsA">pic.twitter.com/vAtIWhmlsA</a></p>
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....There are reports of several hundred dead.<br />
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The Entire buildings collapsed in South <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Turkey?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Turkey</a> the epicenter of 7.8 magnitude earthquake in last hour,<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Turkey?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Turkey</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/earthquake?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#earthquake</a> <a href="https://t.co/pJtFoJlWfK">pic.twitter.com/pJtFoJlWfK</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">SYRIA: Catastrophic scenes from Aleppo during the earthquake depict the collapsing of buildings. <a href="https://t.co/vOrfH29cQD">pic.twitter.com/vOrfH29cQD</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">🇸🇾⚡Syrian city of Harem totally wiped out.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Turkey?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Turkey</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TurkeyEarthquake?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TurkeyEarthquake</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/earthquake?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#earthquake</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BreakingNews?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BreakingNews</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/deprem?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#deprem</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Syria?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Syria</a> <a href="https://t.co/IpdanaSnMy">pic.twitter.com/IpdanaSnMy</a></p>
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<p>Speaking to Reuters, a Diyarbakir resident described being "shaken like a cradle" and shared that two of her sons are still trapped under the rubble.</p>

<p>Yet another person, Erdem, a resident of the Turkish city of Gaziantep, said, "I have never felt anything like it in the 40 years I've lived."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In Turkiye, a "level four alarm" has been sounded. This calls for international assistance. Syria, which was already battling with 11 years of civil war saw numerous buildings tumble down in the provinces of Hama, Aleppo and Latakia.</p>

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<p>The latest numbers show that 912 perished in Turkiye, while in Syria 592 have been confirmed dead. This brings the total death toll to 1,504.&nbsp;</p>

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More than 1,000 people have been confirmed as dead due to the massive 7.8 magnitude earthquake that struck central Turkiye and Northwestern Syria. The quake, as per a Reuters report, was also felt in Cyprus and Lebanon.

More than 1,000 people have been confirmed as dead due to the massive 7.8 magnitude earthquake that struck central Turkiye and Northwestern Syria. The quake, as per a Reuters report, was also felt in Cyprus and Lebanon. However, as per the Danish geological institute, tremors from the earthquake were felt as far away as Greenland, some 5,500 km away. CCTV footage and mobile footage of the devastation have flooded the internet. Some of these videos show people trapped under the rubble, others show the moment when massive buildings fell like a "house of cards". Watch | Hundreds dead, many trapped as major earthquake jolts Turkiye, Syria These videos show in first person the wide-scale destruction that has struck Turkey and Syria. Here are some of them. Viewer discretion is advised. Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of photos and videos shared on social media. 7.4 Earthquake in Turkey very badly shaken pic.twitter.com/6PdBtfL3E9 — Salih Taşalan (@salih453226) February 6, 2023 × The impact of the massive #earthquake in the streets of Gaziantep, southern Turkey. Update- 1006 Killed & 5590 injured.#deprem #Idlib #Syria #DEPREMOLDU #TurkeyEarthquake #Turkey pic.twitter.com/n4ejuCz28l — Chaudhary Parvez (@ChaudharyParvez) February 6, 2023 × The level of destruction caused by the earthquake in Turkey makes it look like a war zone. This is utterly heartbreaking. Pray for Turkey and especially for the people trapped under the rubble. pic.twitter.com/PeqPXoNKlF — KC (@kci2013) February 6, 2023 × 🚨 BREAKING NEWS IT IS ANNOUNCED THAT A TOTAL OF 1710 BUILDINGS HAVE BEEN DESTROYED DUE TO THE EARTHQUAKE IN TURKEY. There are aftershocks or buildings that have been damaged and subsequently demolished#Turkey #kahramanmaras #malatya #deprem #earthquakepic.twitter.com/UzET9pMNSa — Eren ☭🇹🇷 (@Eren50855570) February 6, 2023 × 2,200 years old Gazintap Castle destroyed by the earthquake in Turkey. Before vs Now. pic.twitter.com/vAtIWhmlsA — Xavi Ruiz (@xruiztru) February 6, 2023 × February 6, 2023 ....There are reports of several hundred dead. The Entire buildings collapsed in South #Turkey the epicenter of 7.8 magnitude earthquake in last hour,#Turkey #earthquake pic.twitter.com/pJtFoJlWfK — Naveed Awan (@Naveedawan78) February 6, 2023 × Moments of #earthquake in #Turkey.#earthquake #Syria #Iraq #Turkey #Iran#TurkeyEarthquake pic.twitter.com/416FgoYZ2K — Mirza Ali (@MirzaAli09) February 6, 2023 × SYRIA: Catastrophic scenes from Aleppo during the earthquake depict the collapsing of buildings. pic.twitter.com/vOrfH29cQD — Truthseeker (@Xx17965797N) February 6, 2023 × 🇸🇾⚡Syrian city of Harem totally wiped out.#Turkey #TurkeyEarthquake #earthquake #BreakingNews #deprem #Syria pic.twitter.com/IpdanaSnMy — NEWS ALL TIME (@NEWS_ALL_TIME) February 6, 2023 × Speaking to Reuters, a Diyarbakir resident described being "shaken like a cradle" and shared that two of her sons are still trapped under the rubble. Yet another person, Erdem, a resident of the Turkish city of Gaziantep, said, "I have never felt anything like it in the 40 years I've lived." Also read | More than 1,500 killed across Turkiye and Syria in devastating earthquake In Turkiye, a "level four alarm" has been sounded. This calls for international assistance. Syria, which was already battling with 11 years of civil war saw numerous buildings tumble down in the provinces of Hama, Aleppo and Latakia. Also read | India rushes support in the aftermath of Türkiye earthquake The latest numbers show that 912 perished in Turkiye, while in Syria 592 have been confirmed dead. This brings the total death toll to 1,504. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

CCTV, amateur videos capture Turkiye, Syria's deadly earthquake

<p>A massive 7.8 magnitude earthquake has wrought widespread destruction in Turkey&nbsp;and Syria. The latest counts have put the death toll at around 3,700 people. However, it is expected that this figure may reach 10,000, as many people are still trapped under the rubble.</p>

<p>The earthquake has brought down massive multi-storey buildings and whole apartment blocks.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per Reuters, this is the worst tremor to hit Turkey&nbsp;this century. In war-hit Syria, it has only added to the devastation already being borne by millions of Syrians who for 11 years have been plagued by war.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Hundreds dead, many trapped as major earthquake jolts Turkiye, Syria</strong></p>

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<p>The death toll which is continuously moving upwards is already the highest toll from any earthquake Turkey&nbsp;has endured since 1999. Back then, a tremor of seven-plus magnitude had killed more than 17,000 people.</p>

<p>Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan, as per Reuters, called this a "historic disaster" and the worst tremor to hit the country since 1939. As per the leader who is currently preparing for a tough election in May, authorities are doing everything they could do.</p>

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<p>"Everyone is putting their heart and soul into efforts although the winter season, cold weather and the earthquake happening during the night makes things more difficult."</p>

<p>Syria has appealed to the international community for aid.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A statement by the Syrian foreign ministry appealed to "member states of the United Nations... the International Committee of the Red Cross and other humanitarian" groups to support "efforts to face the devastating earthquake".</p>

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<p>The community too has overwhelmingly come in support of the disaster-struck countries. Russian rescue workers, as per Reuters, have flown to the two nations.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India too has voiced its readiness to "provide all possible help" to them. In a statement, its government said that on PM Narendra Modi's instructions, the National Disaster Rescue Force's search and rescue teams paired with medical teams are to be dispatched promptly. Reportedly, the United Nations is also present on the ground to assess the needs and provide assistance.</p>

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A massive 7.8 magnitude earthquake has wrought widespread destruction in Turkey and Syria. The latest counts have put the death toll at around 3,700 people. However, it is expected that this figure may reach 10,000, as many people are still trapped under the rubble.

A massive 7.8 magnitude earthquake has wrought widespread destruction in Turkey and Syria. The latest counts have put the death toll at around 3,700 people. However, it is expected that this figure may reach 10,000, as many people are still trapped under the rubble. The earthquake has brought down massive multi-storey buildings and whole apartment blocks. As per Reuters, this is the worst tremor to hit Turkey this century. In war-hit Syria, it has only added to the devastation already being borne by millions of Syrians who for 11 years have been plagued by war. Watch | Hundreds dead, many trapped as major earthquake jolts Turkiye, Syria The death toll which is continuously moving upwards is already the highest toll from any earthquake Turkey has endured since 1999. Back then, a tremor of seven-plus magnitude had killed more than 17,000 people. Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan, as per Reuters, called this a "historic disaster" and the worst tremor to hit the country since 1939. As per the leader who is currently preparing for a tough election in May, authorities are doing everything they could do. Also read | CCTV, amateur videos capture Turkiye, Syria's deadly earthquake "Everyone is putting their heart and soul into efforts although the winter season, cold weather and the earthquake happening during the night makes things more difficult." Syria has appealed to the international community for aid. A statement by the Syrian foreign ministry appealed to "member states of the United Nations... the International Committee of the Red Cross and other humanitarian" groups to support "efforts to face the devastating earthquake". Also read | India rushes support in the aftermath of Türkiye earthquake The community too has overwhelmingly come in support of the disaster-struck countries. Russian rescue workers, as per Reuters, have flown to the two nations. India too has voiced its readiness to "provide all possible help" to them. In a statement, its government said that on PM Narendra Modi's instructions, the National Disaster Rescue Force's search and rescue teams paired with medical teams are to be dispatched promptly. Reportedly, the United Nations is also present on the ground to assess the needs and provide assistance. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Death toll from Syria-Turkey earthquake crosses 3,700; international community steps in to help

<p>More than 1,400 people died in the disastrous 7.8 magnitude earthquake in Turkiye. Several CCTV and mobile footages of the devastation have flooded the internet. Some of the videos show people trapped under the rubble, while others show the moments when many massive buildings fell.</p>

<p>Among these footages, one video shows a Turkish reporter broadcasting live from Malatya on Monday, sharing&nbsp;site experience. The A Harber reporter was then spotted running as he saw a building collapsing, creating a plume of dust.&nbsp;</p>

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Canlı yayında <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/deprem?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#deprem</a> anı<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Malatya?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Malatya</a>’da artçı sarsıntı sırasında hasarlı binalar yıkıldı <a href="https://t.co/2q1XhT7hmk">pic.twitter.com/2q1XhT7hmk</a></p>
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<p>Both reporter and the cameraperson appeared unharmed and continued documenting the scenes, which were broadcasted live at 1:30 local time.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a later video, the reporter was seen comforting a young girl who was crying being distressed by the scenes around her.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The video also captures people running from the scene amid sounds of alarms.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The second earthquake of a 7.5 magnitude tremor occurred around the same time but was not considered to be an aftershock.</p>

<p>Death toll in quake-hit Turkiye and Syria rose to over 2,000 people.</p>

<p>Tremors were felt 5,500 kilometres away in Greenland as per the Danish geological institute.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Another earthquake of magnitude 6.0 strikes central Turkiye, says USGS. This is the third earthquake after two powerful ones in less than 24 hours.&nbsp;</p>

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More than 1,400 people died in the disastrous 7.8 magnitude earthquake in Turkiye. Several CCTV and mobile footages of the devastation have flooded the internet.

More than 1,400 people died in the disastrous 7.8 magnitude earthquake in Turkiye. Several CCTV and mobile footages of the devastation have flooded the internet. Some of the videos show people trapped under the rubble, while others show the moments when many massive buildings fell. Among these footages, one video shows a Turkish reporter broadcasting live from Malatya on Monday, sharing site experience. The A Harber reporter was then spotted running as he saw a building collapsing, creating a plume of dust. #SONDAKİKA Canlı yayında #deprem anı#Malatya’da artçı sarsıntı sırasında hasarlı binalar yıkıldı pic.twitter.com/2q1XhT7hmk — A Haber (@ahaber) February 6, 2023 × Also read | Turkiye earthquake Live | More than 2,300 dead; another quake strikes Turkiye Both reporter and the cameraperson appeared unharmed and continued documenting the scenes, which were broadcasted live at 1:30 local time. In a later video, the reporter was seen comforting a young girl who was crying being distressed by the scenes around her. #SONDAKİKA Canlı yayında #deprem#AHaber muhabiri Yüksel Akalan artçı depremden çocuğu böyle kurtardı pic.twitter.com/rAw3SgMoYn — A Haber (@ahaber) February 6, 2023 × The video also captures people running from the scene amid sounds of alarms. Also read | More than 2,300 killed across Turkiye and Syria in devastating earthquake The second earthquake of a 7.5 magnitude tremor occurred around the same time but was not considered to be an aftershock. Death toll in quake-hit Turkiye and Syria rose to over 2,000 people. Tremors were felt 5,500 kilometres away in Greenland as per the Danish geological institute. Another earthquake of magnitude 6.0 strikes central Turkiye, says USGS. This is the third earthquake after two powerful ones in less than 24 hours. (with inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Turkiye earthquake: Video captures TV reporter comforting young girl during live report

<p>A humongous iceberg the size of Greater London has broken off an Antarctic ice shelf. This is the second such break in around two years, said researchers as they announced the latest event on Monday.</p>

<p>The break happened near the United Kingdom's Antarctic-based Halley Research Station. However, as per glaciologists at the research station, the facility remains unaffected by the event.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong><strong>Watch |&nbsp;WI</strong>ON Climate Tracker: Iceberg nearly the size of Greater London breaks off from Antarctica ice shelf</strong></p>

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<p>21 members of the staff who are currently at the facility continue to maintain the base and operate its scientific instruments.</p>

<p>As per the British Antarctic Survey (BAS), the chunk measures 1,550 square kilometres or 598 square miles. It detached from the 150-metre-thick Brunt Ice Shelf around a decade after scientists first spotted the crack known as Chasm-1.</p>

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<p>Citing the research institute, Reuters reports that the iceberg calved "following years of naturally occurring cracks that finally extended across the shelf and caused the new iceberg to break free".</p>

<p>"This calving event has been expected and is part of the natural behaviour of the Brunt Ice Shelf," said BAS glaciologist Dominic Hodgson. "It is not linked to climate change," he added.</p>

<p>As per Science Alert, in 2016-17, the Halley VI Research Station had to be relocated due to the widening of the Chasm-1. reportedly, at the time cracks started appearing in the ice, and this threatened to cut off the research facility. Since the relocation staff is deployed there during the Antarctic summer months between November and March. The rest of the year, when temperatures fall below minus 50 degrees Celsius (-58 degrees Fahrenheit) and it is dark for 24 hours, they operate remotely.</p>

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<p>"Calving" is a natural process in which ice chunks from the edge of a glacier break off and are discharged into the ocean.</p>

<p>This is the second major calving incident in two years. Previously in May 2021, an iceberg four times the size of Abu Dhabi broke off from the Ronne Ice Shelf and fell into the ocean in Antarctica.</p>

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A humongous iceberg the size of Greater London has broken off an Antarctic ice shelf. This is the second such break in around two years, said researchers as they announced the latest event on Monday.

A humongous iceberg the size of Greater London has broken off an Antarctic ice shelf. This is the second such break in around two years, said researchers as they announced the latest event on Monday. The break happened near the United Kingdom's Antarctic-based Halley Research Station. However, as per glaciologists at the research station, the facility remains unaffected by the event. Watch | WION Climate Tracker: Iceberg nearly the size of Greater London breaks off from Antarctica ice shelf 21 members of the staff who are currently at the facility continue to maintain the base and operate its scientific instruments. As per the British Antarctic Survey (BAS), the chunk measures 1,550 square kilometres or 598 square miles. It detached from the 150-metre-thick Brunt Ice Shelf around a decade after scientists first spotted the crack known as Chasm-1. Also read | Scientists suggest a stop-gap solution for 'refreezing' melting ice; will cost whopping $11 billion yearly Citing the research institute, Reuters reports that the iceberg calved "following years of naturally occurring cracks that finally extended across the shelf and caused the new iceberg to break free". "This calving event has been expected and is part of the natural behaviour of the Brunt Ice Shelf," said BAS glaciologist Dominic Hodgson. "It is not linked to climate change," he added. As per Science Alert, in 2016-17, the Halley VI Research Station had to be relocated due to the widening of the Chasm-1. reportedly, at the time cracks started appearing in the ice, and this threatened to cut off the research facility. Since the relocation staff is deployed there during the Antarctic summer months between November and March. The rest of the year, when temperatures fall below minus 50 degrees Celsius (-58 degrees Fahrenheit) and it is dark for 24 hours, they operate remotely. Also read | Climate change is causing tonnes of frozen bacteria to enter water, says study Here's an animation of the break-off event: 🔵 Iceberg at the Brunt Ice Shelf calving #Antarctica🇦🇶 #Copernicus🇪🇺 #Sentinel-3🛰️ 22 + 24 Jan 2023 Full-size ➡️ https://t.co/hsIfkhCvye + https://t.co/zKVKPeS0cz Images are about 144 km wide #scicomm #OpenData #RemoteSensing #BruntIceShelf ▶️ Still images in previous tweet 2/2 pic.twitter.com/GgZUyM9AEE — Pierre Markuse (@Pierre_Markuse) January 24, 2023 × "Calving" is a natural process in which ice chunks from the edge of a glacier break off and are discharged into the ocean. This is the second major calving incident in two years. Previously in May 2021, an iceberg four times the size of Abu Dhabi broke off from the Ronne Ice Shelf and fell into the ocean in Antarctica. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>The United Kingdom arm of the environmental group Extinction Rebellion on Sunday said it would change its protest tactics and would no longer stage its infamous blockades of transport networks.</p>

<p>In a statement titled "We quit," the group said that in four years it has been taking direct action but very little has changed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Previously the group has used blockade of key roads and bridges, oil refineries, spraying fake blood over ministry buildings and smashing windows of the Barclays bank headquarters as their protest tactic.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As per Reuters, the tactic shift is an apparent attempt to bring more people on board its campaign for climate action.</p>

<p>"As we ring in the new year, we make a controversial resolution to temporarily shift away from public disruption as a primary tactic," said the group.</p>

<p>"This year, we prioritise attendance over arrest and relationships over roadblocks, as we stand together and become impossible to ignore."</p>

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<p>It said that currently what's needed is "to disrupt the abuse of power and imbalance" and "to bring about a transition to a fair society" which works together to end the fossil fuel era.</p>

<p>The group said that politicians who are "addicted to greed and bloated on profits", won't make the change without pressure.</p>

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<p>It has called on 100,000 people to join a demonstration it will hold on April 21 outside the UK parliament.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The government in what the group calls a "draconian attempt" is taking steps to criminalise "disruptive protests". Under the new rules police will be given greater powers to manage and prevent them.</p>

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The United Kingdom arm of the environmental group Extinction Rebellion on Sunday said it would change its protest tactics and would no longer stage its infamous blockades of transport networks.

The United Kingdom arm of the environmental group Extinction Rebellion on Sunday said it would change its protest tactics and would no longer stage its infamous blockades of transport networks. In a statement titled "We quit," the group said that in four years it has been taking direct action but very little has changed. Previously the group has used blockade of key roads and bridges, oil refineries, spraying fake blood over ministry buildings and smashing windows of the Barclays bank headquarters as their protest tactic. Watch | WION Climate Tracker: Is Climate Litigation the way forward? As per Reuters, the tactic shift is an apparent attempt to bring more people on board its campaign for climate action. "As we ring in the new year, we make a controversial resolution to temporarily shift away from public disruption as a primary tactic," said the group. "This year, we prioritise attendance over arrest and relationships over roadblocks, as we stand together and become impossible to ignore." Also read | Extreme weather events becoming the 'new normal', UK conservation group warns It said that currently what's needed is "to disrupt the abuse of power and imbalance" and "to bring about a transition to a fair society" which works together to end the fossil fuel era. The group said that politicians who are "addicted to greed and bloated on profits", won't make the change without pressure. Also read | Watch | Climate activists glue themselves to tarmac at Berlin airport, urge people to avoid flying It has called on 100,000 people to join a demonstration it will hold on April 21 outside the UK parliament. The government in what the group calls a "draconian attempt" is taking steps to criminalise "disruptive protests". Under the new rules police will be given greater powers to manage and prevent them. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>In Jordan's Petra thousands of visitors had to be evacuated from a famed archaeological site as heavy rains triggered flooding at the UNESCO World Heritage Site.</p>

<p>Amman Net reported that the evacuations were done to ensure the safety of the visitors. Reportedly due to the heavy rains water from surrounding mountains poured down into the city located in the south of the kingdom.</p>

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<p>As per estimates circulating on social media websites close to 1,700 have been evacuated.</p>

<p>Official sources as per Jordan News said that an incident involving a bus that was tipped over due to torrential rains has resulted in the death of three people in the Maan governorate south of the Kingdom. Maan's energy operations centre said that the bus was on its way to the Al-Hussein Bin Talal University.</p>

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<p>Following the incident, Al-Hussein Bin Talal University has suspended classes citing unsafe weather conditions.</p>

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<p>Raed Khattab, the Director of the Jordan Meteorological Department talking to the Jordan News Agency said that the southern governorates could expect the most precipitation as per.</p>

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<p>Elsewhere too the downpours are affecting citizens. In the city of Aqaba and the Dead Sea, a flash flood warning has been issued. Authorities as per Jordan News Agency have warned that heavy rainfall in the area may be accompanied by thunder and hail and it might trigger flash floods in the valley and low areas.</p>

<p>The weather department too has warned of poor horizontal visibility due to fog in the highlands and in the Badia areas it'll be so because of dust. &nbsp;</p>

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In Jordan's Petra thousands of visitors had to be evacuated from a famed archaeological site as heavy rains triggered flooding at the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

In Jordan's Petra thousands of visitors had to be evacuated from a famed archaeological site as heavy rains triggered flooding at the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Amman Net reported that the evacuations were done to ensure the safety of the visitors. Reportedly due to the heavy rains water from surrounding mountains poured down into the city located in the south of the kingdom. Watch | WION Climate Tracker: Time to give up on Paris Climate Agreement? As per estimates circulating on social media websites close to 1,700 have been evacuated. Official sources as per Jordan News said that an incident involving a bus that was tipped over due to torrential rains has resulted in the death of three people in the Maan governorate south of the Kingdom. Maan's energy operations centre said that the bus was on its way to the Al-Hussein Bin Talal University. Video of the incident is going viral on Twitter: Torrential rains in Petra, Jordan#Jordan #Petra #rain #flood TELEGRAM JOIN 👉 https://t.co/anmxTr9HCh pic.twitter.com/0BjydG205N — Top Disaster (@Top_Disaster) December 26, 2022 × Also read | Cops arrest 44 people in Jordan over protests against skyrocketing fuel prices Following the incident, Al-Hussein Bin Talal University has suspended classes citing unsafe weather conditions. Wow. Flash flood at Petra in Jordan today. Tourists were evacuated, with a number of casualties reported. 🙏🏻pic.twitter.com/dMdO1fCiNi — Ari Ingel (@OGAride) December 26, 2022 × Raed Khattab, the Director of the Jordan Meteorological Department talking to the Jordan News Agency said that the southern governorates could expect the most precipitation as per. Also read | Jordanian Customs Department seizes 6 million amphetamine pills from Iraq border Elsewhere too the downpours are affecting citizens. In the city of Aqaba and the Dead Sea, a flash flood warning has been issued. Authorities as per Jordan News Agency have warned that heavy rainfall in the area may be accompanied by thunder and hail and it might trigger flash floods in the valley and low areas. The weather department too has warned of poor horizontal visibility due to fog in the highlands and in the Badia areas it'll be so because of dust. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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