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5.1 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Turkish Province of Nigde

According to reports, the earthquake was felt in the surrounding provinces and regions, while no confirmed casualties or possible damage have been confirmed.
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A 5.1 magnitude earthquake has been registered in Bor, the Turkish province of Nigde, Kandilli Observatory and Earthquake Research Institute said on Sunday.

The quake occurred at a depth of 6.97 kilometres, the Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency (AFAD) added.

According to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre, the shake struck 41 kilometres south of Aksaray and was felt in the regions nearby, including Aksaray itself, Kayseri, Konya, and Adana.

A video allegedly showing objects trembling at home due to the Sunday earthquake has been shared on social media.

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