Turkey Hit by Shallow M5.7 Earthquake, Buildings Damaged, M6.2 Hits Vanuatu

A moderate 5.7 magnitude earthquake shook Turkey’s western province of Denizli on March 20, 2019, damaging some buildings and knocking bricks and tiles to the ground in the rural area, according to witnesses, officials and the Turkish quake monitor. It was followed by some 30 aftershocks, the strongest measuring 4.2. Learn More: Your Support of Independent Media Is Appreciated: .