5.7 magnitude quake strikes south of Van, which was struck by a 7.6 magnitude quake last month; state TV: Large number of people trapped.
By REUTERSRescue workers after earthquake in Turkey 311(photo credit: Channel 10)
ANKARA - At least 18 buildings, including two hotels, collapsed in eastern Turkey after a 5.7-magnitude quake struck just south of the city of Van near the Iranian border, Turkish state television reported.TRT Haber news channel said a large number of people were trapped under the buildings and rescue workers could be seen searching through the rubble.Less than three weeks ago, a 7.6 magnitude quake hit just northeast of Van, killing some 600 people.
