M1.1 Depth: 11.2 km

M1.1 Earthquake near IRAQ (Iraq)

UTC time: 2025-08-23 22:45:50 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 23, 2025 at 22:45 UTC, a magnitude M1.1 earthquake occurred near IRAQ (Iraq). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 11 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M1.1

Depth

11.2 km

UTC time

2025-08-23 22:45:50 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Iraq

City

mhafzt nynwy

Source

emsc

Coordinates

36.64030, 42.27720

Temperature

32.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

11.2 km

11.2 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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