Key Points
- Over 170 micro-quakes have been recorded
- Activity near the Adalar Fault has increased
- A major quake is possible
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More than 170 micro-quakes with magnitudes of up to 3.2 have been recorded in Istanbul. The increased activity near the Adalar Fault has raised questions about whether it could be a sign of a larger quake to come.
Prof. Dr. Yalçınkaya compared the accumulation of stress in the fault to a bending board. He stated that small quakes are like cracks on the board, and it's not the small quakes that trigger a large quake, but the accumulated load on the fault.
Experts warn of a potential major quake in Istanbul, but a specific date cannot be given yet.
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- When could a major quake occur in Istanbul?
- A specific date cannot be given yet
- Are micro-quakes a sign of a major quake?
- Yes, micro-quakes could be a sign of a major quake
- What is the Adalar Fault?
- The Adalar Fault is a fault line located in Istanbul
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