Weather Alert – U.S. Embassy Ankara, Türkiye
Location: Balikesir and surrounding areas
Event: 6.1 magnitude earthquake and aftershocks near Balikesir and felt in surrounding areas, including Istanbul, Izmir, and Manisa. There are reports of building damage.
Actions to Take:
- Monitor local media for updates.
- Notify friends and family of your safety.
- If you need immediate emergency assistance in Turkiye, dial or text 112.
- Refer to our website for the latest Alerts and Messages for U.S. citizens.
Assistance:
- U.S. Embassy Ankara: +90 (312) 294 00 00
- U.S. Consulate General Istanbul: +90 (212) 335 90 00
- U.S. Consulate Adana: +90 (322) 455 41 00
State Department – Consular Affairs: 1-888-407-4747 or 1-202-501-4444
Turkiye Country Information:
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Contact Information
U.S. Embassy (Ankara, Türkiye)
1480 Sok No:1
Cukurambar Mah
Cankaya 06530 Ankara, Türkiye
Tel: +90-312-294-0000
Email: Ankara-ACS@state.gov
U.S. Consulate General Istanbul
Poligon Mahallesi, Sariyer Caddesi No: 75
İstinye 34460 Sariyer, Istanbul, Türkiye
Tel: +90-212-335-9000
Email: ACS_Istanbul@state.gov
U.S. Consulate Adana
Girne Bulvari No: 212 Guzelevler Mah.
Yuregir, Adana, Türkiye
Tel: +90-322-455-4100
Email: CA-Adana@state.gov
U.S. Consular Agency Izmir
Email: izmir@state.gov
More Contact Information:
State Department – Consular Affairs
1-888-407-4747 or 1-202-501-4444
Türkiye’s Country Page
Türkiye’s Travel Advisory
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