The Speaker of Republic’s Assembly Zorlu Töre visited the Civil Defence Organization on Wednesday and thanked the organisation for its efforts in the earthquake zone in Türkiye.

In a statement made during the visit, Töre stated that the importance of the Civil Defence Organization was once again understood after the earthquake disaster, and noted that the organization’s budget and its capabilities should increase even further.

Stressing that the Civil Defence Organization was the crown of the country, he noted that the organization will take the leading role in a possible natural disaster.

The Head of the Civil Defence Organization Atilla Karaca for his part said that they took action as quickly as possible after receiving the news of the earthquake.

Stating that their desire was to bring all citizens to the island alive, Karaca however said that this was not possible due to the scale of the wreckage.

Wishing God’s mercy to all citizens who lost their lives, he also thanked the civil defence personnel who showed extraordinary efforts after the earthquake.

Pointing out that it was not clear when natural disasters could occur; Karaca said that the country should always be prepared for any disaster.