Türkiye-Syria earthquakes 2023

An international study published in Communications Earth & Environment used advanced earthquake simulations to better anticipate the rupture process of large earthquakes.

A new study reveals how an atmospheric river led to more devastation after two earthquakes hit Türkiye and Syria, highlighting the need for better risk assessment models.

The report offers a comprehensive analysis of the impact of the catastrophic February 2023 earthquakes on Syrian-owned businesses in Türkiye, focusing on the period from February 2023 to July 2024.

A paper has examined this effect in detail in relation to the 2023 Türkiye-Syria earthquake, the threat of landslides after an earthquake will depend on the timing of the mainshock, as atmospheric river events are strongly seasonal in the affected area.

This study initially considers the seismicity of the Türkiye region where the earthquakes that occurred on 6 February 2023 took place, as well as the seismic characteristics of these earthquakes.

• International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (IDEA)

This study investigates the impact of four recent earthquakes, that occurred between 2020 and 2023, on reinforced concrete (RC) buildings.

One year after the devastating earthquake in Turkey, the region’s economy and society remain shaken. The devastation has exposed deep societal scars, and the task of rebuilding is still immense.

Researchers explore the role of businesses in the Turkish context, including successes and challenges in coordinating between the private sector and humanitarian organizations, for improving private sector collaboration in future humanitarian responses.

As recovery and reconstruction efforts continue, the emphasis on building back better and leaving no one behind is imperative to enhance the disaster resilience of infrastructure, individuals, and communities in the affected region.