A year after the devastating earthquake, Istanbul is now preparing for the worst

Today Turkey commemorates the devastating earthquake a year ago. More than 50,000 people were killed. The consequences reverberate through Turkish society, especially in the metropolis of Istanbul, where a new earthquake is lurking. How does the city of millions prepare for this?

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Guest:
Melvyn Ingelby
Presentation:
Floor Boon
Editorial:
Suzan Yucel
Edit:
Misja van Waterschoot
Photo:
Emrah Gurel




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