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M1.0 Depth: 7.0 km

M1.0 Earthquake near EASTERN TURKEY

UTC time: 2026-05-03 00:27:54 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 3, 2026 at 00:27 UTC, a magnitude M1.0 earthquake occurred near EASTERN TURKEY. 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
M1.0
Depth
7.0 km
UTC time
2026-05-03 00:27:54 UTC
Local time
—
Country
—
Source
emsc
Coordinates
40.03330, 42.64420
Temperature
4.4°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 7 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 7 km
Shallow
7 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

  • Tenduruk Dagi
    Distance: 129 km ·Shield ·Elevation: 3'514 m ·Last eruption: 1855 ·Turkiye
  • Aragats
    Distance: 143 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 4'095 m ·Armenia
  • Ararat
    Distance: 146 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 5'165 m ·Last eruption: 1840 ·Turkiye
  • Nemrut Dagi
    Distance: 157 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'948 m ·Last eruption: 1650 ·Turkiye
  • Samsari Volcanic Center
    Distance: 190 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 3'290 m ·Georgia
  • Ghegham Volcanic Ridge
    Distance: 202 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 3'597 m ·Last eruption: -1900 ·Armenia

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