M1.5 Depth: 7.1 km

M1.5 Earthquake near IRAQ (Iraq)

UTC time: 2025-10-28 20:11:11 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On October 28, 2025 at 20:11 UTC, a magnitude M1.5 earthquake occurred near IRAQ (Iraq). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 7 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M1.5

Depth

7.1 km

UTC time

2025-10-28 20:11:11 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Iraq

City

mhafzt nynwy

Source

emsc

Coordinates

36.52170, 42.37080

Temperature

18.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

7.1 km

7.1 km — shallower than the regional average (17 km)

Regional average: 17 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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