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M4.1 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.1 Earthquake near 9 km N of Simav, Turkey (Turkey)

UTC time: 2025-09-20 23:16:23 UTC Local time: —
M4.1 earthquake near Simav on Sep 20, 2025 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M4.1 Earthquake near 9 km N of Simav, Turkey (Turkey) · 2025-09-20 23:16:23 UTC

About this earthquake

On September 20, 2025 at 23:16 UTC, a magnitude M4.1 earthquake occurred near 9 km N of Simav, Turkey (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 USGS. Turkey: 65 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.0.

Details

Magnitude
M4.1
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-09-20 23:16:23 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Turkey
City
Simav
Source
usgs
Coordinates
39.17600, 28.97170
Temperature
12.2°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

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    Distance: 425 km ·Complex ·Elevation: -18 m ·Last eruption: 1650 ·Greece
  • Santorini
    Distance: 440 km ·Shield(s) ·Elevation: 367 m ·Last eruption: 1950 ·Greece
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    Distance: 466 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 3'253 m ·Turkiye
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