A 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit central Turkey and northwest Syria before sunrise on February 6, 2023. The earthquake caused destruction to cities already affected by civil war, resulting in over 1700 deaths and thousands of injuries. The death toll in Turkey stood at 1,014 people, while in Syria, the health ministry reported 430 deaths and over 1000 injuries. The second quake of magnitude 7.7, which hit the region in the early afternoon, added to the difficulties of rescue workers struggling to save lives. The earthquake was felt across the region, including Cyprus and Lebanon, and resulted in widespread destruction, causing buildings to collapse and endangering rescuers. 45 countries have offered to help the search and rescue efforts, with the US standing ready to provide assistance. The earthquake was the worst to hit Turkey this century and was described as "like the apocalypse".
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