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M1.3 Depth: 7.0 km

M1.3 Earthquake near Sındırgı, Balıkesir (Turkey)

UTC time: 2026-06-17 11:54:47 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M1.3 earthquake was recorded near Sındırgı, Balıkesir (Turkey) on June 17, 2026 at 11:54 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 7 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Turkey: 65 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.2.

Details

Magnitude
M1.3
Depth
7.0 km
UTC time
2026-06-17 11:54:47 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Turkey
State
Balıkesir
City
Sındırgı
Village
Kocakonak
Source
emsc
Coordinates
39.23330, 28.16690
Temperature
26.7°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 7 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 7 km
Shallow
7 km
7 km — close to the regional average (8.5 km)
Regional average: 8.5 km
Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

Volcanoes nearby

  • Kula
    Distance: 79 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 750 m ·Turkiye
  • Nisyros
    Distance: 307 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 698 m ·Last eruption: 1888 ·Greece
  • Kolumbo
    Distance: 382 km ·Complex ·Elevation: -18 m ·Last eruption: 1650 ·Greece
  • Santorini
    Distance: 398 km ·Shield(s) ·Elevation: 367 m ·Last eruption: 1950 ·Greece
  • Milos
    Distance: 431 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 751 m ·Last eruption: 140 ·Greece
  • Methana
    Distance: 458 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 380 m ·Last eruption: -258 ·Greece

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