Live on one side, work on the other?
After a major earthquake, Bosphorus bridges and Marmaray/Avrasya tunnels may be closed for inspection. Have separate emergency plans for both sides. Keep a bag at home AND at your office.
Things to do TODAY
→ Meet your neighbors — they're your first responders
→ Keep sturdy shoes and a flashlight next to your bed
→ Fill clean water containers at home (not just bottled)
→ Learn where the gas valve is in your apartment
→ Save emergency numbers in your phone as favorites
→ Set up the AFAD Deprem app and allow notifications