M2.1 Depth: 7.0 km

M2.1 Earthquake near TURKEY-IRAQ BORDER REGION (Iraq)

UTC time: 2025-09-04 13:16:55 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.1 earthquake was recorded near TURKEY-IRAQ BORDER REGION (Iraq) on September 4, 2025 at 13:16 UTC. With a focal depth of about 7 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M2.1

Depth

7.0 km

UTC time

2025-09-04 13:16:55 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Iraq

Source

emsc

Coordinates

37.23170, 43.98940

Temperature

24.2°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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