More than 150 people were injured in Istanbul on Wednesday when a powerful 6.2-magnitude earthquake, one of the strongest in recent years struck the city, causing widespread panic, Reuters reported.

The tremor, which struck Istanbul's European side, caused over 50 aftershocks and was felt as far away as Ankara, Turkey's capital, 275 miles distant. Many inhabitants fled in fear, with 151 hurt after jumping from buildings, though none are in severe condition.

Several earthquakes have struck Istanbul, but this one sounded particularly alarming. Scientists have long warned that a big earthquake might strike the city at any time, and incidents like this serve as sharp reminders of the city's constant vulnerability to its citizens, according to Reuters.