M2.0 Depth: 6.5 km

M2.0 Earthquake near TURKEY-SYRIA BORDER REGION (Syria)

UTC time: 2025-08-23 09:50:41 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.0 earthquake was recorded near TURKEY-SYRIA BORDER REGION (Syria) on August 23, 2025 at 09:50 UTC. 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.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M2.0

Depth

6.5 km

UTC time

2025-08-23 09:50:41 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Syria

City

mhafzt alrqt

Source

emsc

Coordinates

36.47500, 38.80360

Temperature

42.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

6.5 km

6.5 km — close to 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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