Ahmet Ercan
Ahmet Ercan is a prominent Turkish seismologist known for his expertise in earthquake prediction and risk assessment. He gained significant attention following the devastating 1999 İzmit earthquake, where his insights and analyses helped shape public understanding of seismic risks in Turkey. In recent years, he has been a controversial figure, oscillating between offering reassuring forecasts and alarming predictions about future seismic activity, which has led to a polarized public perception of his work. Ercan's evolving stance on earthquake risks continues to spark discussions in the scientific community and among the general public.
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Ahmet Ercan was once a reassuring figure but is now seen as frightening.
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