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M4.4 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.4 Earthquake near Simav (Turkey)

UTC time: 2025-09-28 22:48:31 UTC Local time: —
M4.4 earthquake near Simav on Sep 28, 2025 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M4.4 Earthquake near Simav (Turkey) · 2025-09-28 22:48:31 UTC

About this earthquake

On September 28, 2025 at 22:48 UTC, a magnitude M4.4 earthquake occurred near Simav (Turkey). 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 NOA. Turkey: 86 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M2.6.

Details

Magnitude
M4.4
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-09-28 22:48:31 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Turkey
City
Simav
Source
noa
Coordinates
39.27845, 28.82204
Temperature
12.4°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

  • Kula
    Distance: 82 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 750 m ·Turkiye
  • Nisyros
    Distance: 333 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 698 m ·Last eruption: 1888 ·Greece
  • Kolumbo
    Distance: 424 km ·Complex ·Elevation: -18 m ·Last eruption: 1650 ·Greece
  • Santorini
    Distance: 439 km ·Shield(s) ·Elevation: 367 m ·Last eruption: 1950 ·Greece
  • Milos
    Distance: 479 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 751 m ·Last eruption: 140 ·Greece
  • Hasandag-Keciboyduran Volcanic Complex
    Distance: 481 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 3'253 m ·Turkiye

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