Fears of an additional disaster in Istanbul have been reignited following the magnitude 5.8 earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria on February 6. The major shock has stricken panic in the region given the large loss of life and devastation it caused to both countries. However, a renowned Turkis seismologist has been quick to put the minds of worried citizens at ease, reassuring them that the risk of another major quake hitting the region has not increased. Dr Kemal Ozener, professor of geophysics at Istanbul Technical University and a leading seismologist, explained that earthquakes that happen within 1 km from each other are called aftershocks and are completely normal. The Istanbul earthquake was a result of rapid movement in one of the region's fault lines, which the professor has noted is a normal occurrence. He went on to explain that the risk of a similar quake is always present, however, he reminded the public that seismic activities are unpredictable, so there is no need to live in fear. The professor's message of comfort is a vital reminder that though earthquakes are unpredictable, citizens should not live in fear of another major shock hitting the region. Dr Kemal Ozener’s reassurance that the risk of another major earthquake has not increased brought some comfort to worried citizens in Istanbul, Turkey and Syria.
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