Erdogan from areas affected by the earthquake: In a year we'll build new buildings, we won't leave our people on the street.

With arrival in areas affected by the January 6th powerful earthquake, Turkish President Recep Tayip Erdogan told the media that all institutions are working to cope with this disaster.

Erdogan said the job of the search-saving teams is under way, already 57 hours after the tragic earthquake, and everything is being done according to him for the housing of people who have been homeless.

All institutions are standing with municipalities regardless of political color, we had some problems the first day, but now the situation is more under control. ”

The death toll in Turkey, Erdogan says, has gone to 8547 thousand, while wounded are over 49 thousand.

“The earthquake shock centre was just where I am, 10 Turkish counties were hit. Currently, 8574 dead, 49133 injured and 6444 collapsed buildings are confirmed. I am convinced that humans will have patience to endure this calamity. ”

The Turkish president stressed that the government intends to close the process of rebuilding buildings destroyed within a year and that any families affected by the earthquake will receive 10,000 lira.

We don't let our people stay on the street, it's time to walk together as a people. After a year we build new buildings, our goal is to withstand reconstruction within a year. We're ready with all of our hotel capacities for human housing, we're doing everything to guarantee you food, clothing and transportation in other areas. The Finance Ministry has determined the budget to launch damage verifications, and we will provide 10,000 lira for every family affected by the earthquake, in order to cope with this”-end Erdogan