M3.0
Depth:
7.0 km
M3.0 Earthquake near Karaisalı, Adana (Turkey)
About this earthquake
A magnitude M3.0 earthquake was recorded near Karaisalı, Adana (Turkey) on February 19, 2026 at 05:07 UTC. With a focal depth of about 7 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.
The event was recorded by EMSC. Turkey: 76 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.6.
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Depth profile
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
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Hasandag-Keciboyduran Volcanic Complex
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Erciyes Volcanic Complex
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Karaca Dag
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