M3.0
Depth:
12.4 km
M3.0 Earthquake near WESTERN TURKEY (Turkey)
About this earthquake
On December 2, 2025 at 04:17 UTC, a magnitude M3.0 earthquake occurred near WESTERN TURKEY (Turkey). With a focal depth of about 12 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.
The event was recorded by EMSC. Turkey: 59 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.8.
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Depth profile
Shallow
12.4 km
12.4 km — deeper than 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
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Kula
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Nisyros
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Kolumbo
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Santorini
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Milos
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Methana
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Stats (last 24h)
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511
Country (24h)
Turkey
59
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