M3.8 Depth: 22.4 km

M3.8 Earthquake near SYRIA (Syria)

UTC time: 2025-10-12 03:59:14 UTC Local time: —

M3.8 earthquake near mhafzt dyr alzwr on Oct 12, 2025 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24 — M3.8 Earthquake near SYRIA (Syria) · 2025-10-12 03:59:14 UTC

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.8 earthquake was recorded near SYRIA (Syria) on October 12, 2025 at 03:59 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 22 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.8

Depth

22.4 km

UTC time

2025-10-12 03:59:14 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Syria

City

mhafzt dyr alzwr

Source

emsc

Coordinates

35.86820, 40.40080

Temperature

21.2°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

22.4 km

22.4 km — deeper than the regional average (9.1 km)

Regional average: 9.1 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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