Earthquake in Turkey and Syria: 175+ dead.

Latest on Turkey Earthquake: Over 175 fatalities reported in both Turkey and Syria.

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit Turkey and Syria on Monday, resulting in at least 175 deaths.

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The earthquake occurred in the Pazarcık district of Kahramanmaraş, Turkey and was felt in surrounding provinces.

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A disaster has been declared in both Turkey and Syria.

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The US has expressed concern and is ready to provide assistance.

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The Syrian Civil Defense declared a state of emergency and has called on residents to evacuate.

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Dozens of buildings have collapsed in various cities in Turkey.

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The earthquake killed at least 76 people in seven cities in Turkey and 99 people in three cities in Syria.

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The epicenter of the earthquake is in Kahramanmaraş, Turkey.

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The Syrian Ministry of Health and the Turkish Disaster and Emergency Management Authority have confirmed the death toll.

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