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M4.7 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.7 Earthquake near Türkiye (Turkey)

UTC time: 2025-05-15 12:46:39 UTC Local time: —
M4.7 earthquake near Ankara on May 15, 2025 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M4.7 Earthquake near Türkiye (Turkey) · 2025-05-15 12:46:39 UTC

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.7 earthquake was recorded near Türkiye (Turkey) on May 15, 2025 at 12:46 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by GFZ. Turkey: 68 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.0.

Details

Magnitude
M4.7
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-05-15 12:46:39 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Turkey
City
Ankara
Source
gfz
Coordinates
39.15000, 33.22000
Temperature
16.8°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 km
10 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

  • Hasandag-Keciboyduran Volcanic Complex
    Distance: 140 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 3'253 m ·Turkiye
  • Erciyes Volcanic Complex
    Distance: 205 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 3'864 m ·Last eruption: -6880 ·Turkiye
  • Kula
    Distance: 412 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 750 m ·Turkiye

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