Following the 6.1-magnitude earthquake that struck Turkey on Monday night, the Embassy of the Republic of Kosovo in Ankara has issued a public notice advising Kosovar citizens in the affected regions to exercise caution.
In an official statement, the Embassy urged citizens to stay away from unsafe buildings and to follow the instructions of local authorities closely.
The epicenter of the quake was located in Balıkesir, but the tremors were felt strongly in Istanbul, Izmir, Bursa, Manisa, Kocaeli, Tekirdağ, Sakarya, and nearby regions. So far, no casualties have been reported.
The Embassy also published emergency contact details for citizens who may require assistance:
📍 Embassy of the Republic of Kosovo – Ankara
📞 +90 542 711 80 99
📧 [email protected]
📍 Consulate General of the Republic of Kosovo – Istanbul
📞 +90 531 105 63 91
📧 [email protected]
