Six days have passed since the devastating earthquake in southern Turkey, which killed about 52,000 people.
Many people in the area are still forced to live as evacuees, and in addition to rebuilding their homes and lives, the continuation of support, including mental care, is an issue.
The 7.8-magnitude quake that struck southern Turkey on the 6th of last month and the subsequent quake killed about 52,000 people, including about 46,000 in Turkey and about 6,000 in neighboring Syria.
Six days and one month after the earthquake, people who lost family members and acquaintances were seen praying at the cemetery in Kahramanmaras, southern Turkey, where the damage was severe.
Among them, a man who lost his 9-year-old son and 6-year-old daughter rubbed the grave many times with his hands while shedding tears.
The man's brother said, "I have come here many times to pray. I don't want another earthquake to happen again."
In addition, a man who lost 35 people, including his close friend's family and acquaintances, said, "I survived, but I don't know what will happen next. Many people need support." I was.
According to the Turkish government, 200,000 buildings have suffered major damage such as collapse in the country, and 14 million people, equivalent to 16% of the Turkish population, have been affected by the loss of their homes.
International aid organizations point out that those affected by the disaster are suffering from emotional trauma caused by losing their homes and property as well as their families and acquaintances. Continuing support, including mental care, is an issue.