A 7.2 magnitude earthquake hit eastern Turkey, leading to many deaths and extensive amount of damage. An estimated 279 people have died, while another 1,300 have been injured. It was also estimated that almost 1,000 buildings were damaged. Because eastern Turkey is among the poorest areas in the country, these people were more susceptible to experience extensive amounts of damage and casualties from a hazard. The structures in this area were probably not built very well, or are built to withstand earthquakes. Immediately following the earthquake, people were subject to near freezing temperatures, making survival before rescue workers arrived even that more challenging.
http://www.cnn.com/2011/10/24/world/europe/turkey-quake/index.html?iref=allsearch
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