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M3.2 Depth: 11.9 km

M3.2 Earthquake near WESTERN TURKEY (Turkey)

UTC time: 2025-08-11 16:37:00 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 11, 2025 at 16:37 UTC, a magnitude M3.2 earthquake occurred near WESTERN TURKEY (Turkey). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 12 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Turkey: 94 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.6.

Details

Magnitude
M3.2
Depth
11.9 km
UTC time
2025-08-11 16:37:00 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Turkey
City
Sındırgı
Source
emsc
Coordinates
39.23360, 27.98890
Temperature
24.0°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 11.9 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 11.9 km
Shallow
11.9 km
11.9 km — deeper than 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: 86 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 750 m ·Turkiye
  • Nisyros
    Distance: 303 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 698 m ·Last eruption: 1888 ·Greece
  • Kolumbo
    Distance: 373 km ·Complex ·Elevation: -18 m ·Last eruption: 1650 ·Greece
  • Santorini
    Distance: 388 km ·Shield(s) ·Elevation: 367 m ·Last eruption: 1950 ·Greece
  • Milos
    Distance: 420 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 751 m ·Last eruption: 140 ·Greece
  • Methana
    Distance: 443 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 380 m ·Last eruption: -258 ·Greece

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