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M4.7 Depth: 11.7 km

M4.7 Earthquake near qdaʾ aldwr (Iraq)

UTC time: 2025-11-22 16:29:00 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On November 22, 2025 at 16:29 UTC, a magnitude M4.7 earthquake occurred near qdaʾ aldwr (Iraq). With a focal depth of about 12 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by AFAD.

Details

Magnitude
M4.7
Depth
11.7 km
UTC time
2025-11-22 16:29:00 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Iraq
City
qdaʾ aldwr
Source
afad
Coordinates
34.31056, 44.14861
Temperature
17.7°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 11.7 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 11.7 km
Shallow
11.7 km
11.7 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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