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Newsday: 08/02/2023 07:06 GMT : Turkey-Syria quakes: Desperate search for survivors continues

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08/02/2023 07:06 GMT : Turkey-Syria quakes: Desperate search for survivors continues

Turkey-Syria quakes: Desperate search for survivors continues

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Time is running out to find survivors after Monday's powerful earthquake

Rescuers warn time running out as they desperately search for survivors in southern Turkey and northern Syria after two huge earthquakes on Monday

Thousands of rescue workers face freezing conditions in Turkey and Syria to find survivors of Monday's earthquake as time runs out. More than 8,700 people are now known to have been killed, and there are warnings the death toll could continue to surge. Priorities include prevention of the contamination of the water system, tents and blankets for shelter, but also work gloves to help rescuers shift through the rubble. Some international aid is reaching Syria but access is limited because of damaged roads. 

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