An earthquake measuring 7.2 on Richter Scale hit Eastern Turkey on 23rd October, 2011. Thousands are feared dead. The toll will signifiacntly increase in the coming days.

The Theosophical Network expresses its deep heratfelt sympathy and condolences to the unfortunate victims, their families and others affected. We urge our members to help them in any way we can. We do not recommend any one particular charity or relief organization but trust our members to find the one that they feel is the most suited to receive their charity.

The year 2011 has been particularly worse for earthquakes. A wikipedia page shows gradual increase in number of earthquakes since 2001.