Although prone to earthquakes , the 1939 Erzincan earthquake was particularly devastating in Şebinkarahisar District . Because the quake occurred at night and in the winter ( 28 December ) , the loss of life was substantial , 1451 people in Şebinkarahisar District lost their lives
1939 Erzincan earthquake
1939 Erzincan earthquake
Şebinkarahisar District