Lighting up the library in support Turkey and Syria

Earthquake

On Friday evening the exterior facade of the Library of Birmingham will be lit up red and white in support of Turkey and Syria after the devestating earthquake that took place there.

Reports now suggest that more than 21,000 have been killed, and many thousands more injured. These figures continue to rise. In response, the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC), of which the British Red Cross is a member, has launched an appeal as teams continue to support with search and rescue, providing essential aid and supporting the wounded

On Monday 6 February at 4:17am local time, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck southern Turkey (officially known as Türkiye) near the city of Gaziantep, devastating parts of Turke and Syria. It was followed by a series of powerful aftershocks.

Then at 13:24 local time, a second earthquake (M7.5) hit the Elbistan district around 80 miles north of Gaziantep.

Right now, rescuers are racing to save people in Türkiye (Turkey) and Syria who are trapped beneath the rubble, and get shelter and support to those who have lost their homes or are afraid to return inside.

With homes destroyed, power down, and hospitals, bridges and roads damaged, thousands of people are in urgent need of help.

Article posted 10 February 2023

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