Ekin Su Julculoğlu, the Turkish-British actress known for appearances on British reality shows, spoke with Sky News about the earthquake’s impact on her family and community. The interview highlights her personal connection to Turkey, where she has many friends and relatives who were affected by the disaster. She described relatives who were injured and displaced, noting that some family members were not at home when the earthquakes struck and have since been living on the street. Julculoğlu emphasized that she has donated to aid relief efforts and plans to volunteer at the site of the destruction to support survivors and responders.
The February 6 tremors, led by a powerful 7.7 magnitude quake in the Pazarcık region of Kahramanmaraş, triggered a devastating sequence of aftershocks. The Turkish Government’s Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) reported hundreds of aftershocks in the hours and days following the initial event, underscoring the scale of the emergency and ongoing risk to affected populations. In the latest tallies, thousands are confirmed dead and tens of thousands injured, with relief operations continuing across multiple provinces and communities. The breadth of damage has forced many families to seek shelter in temporary accommodations and public facilities while recovery efforts proceed. 【attribution: AFAD】
Beyond the immediate loss of life and infrastructure, the disaster has touched individuals across the entertainment world. Another well-known figure, Melisa Aslı Pamuk, was reported to have survived a collapse in her family’s residence, illustrating how the quake’s reach touched people from all walks of life. The shared experiences of celebrities and ordinary citizens alike have spurred a robust outpouring of support, donations, and volunteerism as communities rally to rebuild and recover. The situation remains dynamic, with ongoing updates from official agencies and humanitarian organizations guiding relief priorities, medical support, and shelter distributions. 【attribution: AFAD】