A 6.1 magnitude earthquake hit western Turkey on 27 October, with aftershocks felt across various regions, including Istanbul, Izmir, Bursa, and Manisa. The earthquake led to the collapse of at least three buildings and damage to several infrastructure in Sındırgı, the epicentre of the quake. 22 people were injured amid the earthquake, but there were no immediate reported casualties. Emergency teams, led by the Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD), were immediately deployed to the area. This event highlights Turkey’s high seismic risk and the persistent need for robust infrastructure.