M1.9 Depth: 7.0 km

M1.9 Earthquake near TURKEY-IRAQ BORDER REGION (Iraq)

UTC time: 2025-11-25 04:34:00 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On November 25, 2025 at 04:34 UTC, a magnitude M1.9 earthquake occurred near TURKEY-IRAQ BORDER REGION (Iraq). 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.

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Details

Magnitude

M1.9

Depth

7.0 km

UTC time

2025-11-25 04:34:00 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Iraq

Source

emsc

Coordinates

37.05470, 43.53140

Temperature

11.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

7 km

7 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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