At 17.00, the government together with the Agency for Community Protection and Preparedness called a press meeting.

There it emerged that Sweden will contribute direct humanitarian aid of seven million to Turkey and Syria.

Five million goes to Turkey and two million to Syria.

The money goes to the Red Crescent organizations in the two affected countries.

- In this, people are fighting for their lives in the racial masses, says Carl-Oskar Bohlin (M), Minister for Civil Defence.

Sweden also offers expertise in water, sanitation, energy and logistics.

- It's not just about being the first on the scene, but also being able to be persistent in the support.

In those areas, Sweden is good and will be able to contribute, says Carl-Oskar Bohlin, Minister for Civil Defense (M).

Decisions on further support may come

According to Carl-Oskar Bohlin, the work at MSB began already during the night. 

- The world is struggling to help and gather support.

Sweden will be part of the support.

I am proud to be able to say that approximately ten hours after the earthquake, MSB had set things up and offered relief resources, he says.

Sweden will also contribute with support in the form of tents and temporary emergency accommodation.

Johan Forssell (M) says that there are ongoing discussions about additional help.

- As soon as we have a clearer picture of what Turkey and Syria need, we are ready to make decisions about further support, he says.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has around 400 names on the Swedish list for Turkey, but only a small part of these are said to be in the affected areas.

The Foreign Ministry currently has no information on deceased or injured Swedes.

- We coordinate within the EU but also within the Nordics to ensure that we complement each other, says Charlotte Petri Gornitzk, director general of MSB.

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