UK TREND : The people’s response to the Turkey and Syria earthquakes

7 February 2023

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake and several aftershocks that caused extensive damage in Turkey and Syria resulted in thousands of deaths and numerous injuries.

Since the first earthquake struck early on Monday morning, the death toll—now at more than 3,400—has rapidly risen. A second strong tremor that struck further north occurred about 12 hours later.

Devastating earthquake hits Turkey and Syria

Earthquake in Turkey and Syria — *Love and support for the people of Turkey and Syria*

The #TurkiyeEarthquake hashtag has been trending globally as people around the world have expressed their love and support for the people of Turkey and Syria during these difficult times. Different nations are sending assistance to aid in the rescue efforts.

Speed Donates To Help The People Affected By The Earthquake In Turkey & Syria ❤️
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— Speedy Updates (@SpeedUpdates1) February 6, 2023

British Prime Minster Rishi Sunak tweeted his support for the people of “ Turkey and Syria” early Monday morning . He stated that his “ thoughts are particularly with those first respondents working so valiantly to save those trapped by the earthquake”. The Prime Minster also clearly stated that “ the UK stands ready to help in whatever way we can”.

My thoughts are with the people of Türkiye and Syria this morning, particularly with those first responders working so valiantly to save those trapped by the earthquake.

The UK stands ready to help in whatever way we can.

— Rishi Sunak (@RishiSunak) February 6, 2023

Labour Member of Parliament for Islington North Jeremy Corbyn also shared a video from Aljazeera on his account, along with the caption “ I am heartbroken to see the awful news from Turkey, Syria and Lebanon. Our thoughts go out to all those who have lost loved ones in this devastating earthquake, and to the brave rescuers risking their lives to save others.”

I am heartbroken to see the awful news from Turkey, Syria and Lebanon.

Our thoughts go out to all those who have lost loved ones in this devastating earthquake, and to the brave rescuers risking their lives to save others.pic.twitter.com/FvxZpSB5Up

— Jeremy Corbyn (@jeremycorbyn) February 6, 2023

Members of the public were also using twitter as a tool to call out on world leaders, requesting for them to offer help and support to the people of Turkey and Syria.

Turkey, Lebanon, Syria & Palestine have experienced horrible earth quake and reports of heavy losses of life & property are coming. Everyone should come forward to help & pray. @POTUS @JustinTrudeau @RishiSunak @KingSalman @EmirKuwait @EmirQatar @antonioguterres @eu_comission

— Dr. M. Salahuddin (@DrSalahuddincc) February 6, 2023

Mr Prime Minister how are we helping Turkey with the devastating earthquake?

— Ayub (@Barzakh_To) February 6, 2023

The 7.8 earthquake in Turkey has caused widespread destruction and trapped citizens. Winter conditions make the situation even more dire. Let's show support and offer aid.@RishiSunak @SadiqKhan #helpturkeyearthquake #Turkey

— Fevzi Kemal Torun (@fktphoto) February 6, 2023

Specialized teams, sniffer dogs, and other equipment are being sent by nations all over the world to aid in the rescue operations.

Journalist Ravi Chaturvedi shared of a video of a rescue team flying out from Taiwan to offer help to Turkey.

Rescue team flies to #turkey from Taiwan to help after #earthquake in kahramanmaras province. pic.twitter.com/SAFEDt7fW1

— Ravi Chaturvedi (@Ravi4Bharat) February 6, 2023

Another twitter user also shared a video of “ Russian rescuers why are flying out to the catastrophic earthquake zone in Turkey and Syria. The group includes 7 crews with the necessary equipment.”

https://twitter.com/DonBauman61/status/1622693658460885007?s=20&t=6xCjweySq_zGBedsbIxg7A

Apple CEO Tim Cook also shared a thoughtful tweet “ sending condolences to the people of Turkey, Syria and anyone affected by the devastating earthquakes”. He also announced that “Apple will be donating to relief and recovery efforts”.

Sending our thoughts and condolences to the people of Turkey, Syria, and anyone affected by the devastating earthquakes. Apple will be donating to relief and recovery efforts.

— Tim Cook (@tim_cook) February 6, 2023