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M1.4 Depth: 11.6 km

M1.4 Earthquake near Gömeç, Balıkesir (Turkey)

UTC time: 2026-06-07 04:03:21 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M1.4 earthquake was recorded near Gömeç, Balıkesir (Turkey) on June 7, 2026 at 04:03 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 12 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. Turkey: 112 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.9.

Details

Magnitude
M1.4
Depth
11.6 km
UTC time
2026-06-07 04:03:21 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Turkey
State
Balıkesir
City
Gömeç
Village
Hacıhüseyinler
Source
emsc
Coordinates
39.33970, 26.89280
Temperature
27.2°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 11.6 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 11.6 km
Shallow
11.6 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: 164 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 750 m ·Turkiye
  • Nisyros
    Distance: 307 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 698 m ·Last eruption: 1888 ·Greece
  • Kolumbo
    Distance: 337 km ·Complex ·Elevation: -18 m ·Last eruption: 1650 ·Greece
  • Santorini
    Distance: 352 km ·Shield(s) ·Elevation: 367 m ·Last eruption: 1950 ·Greece
  • Milos
    Distance: 364 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 751 m ·Last eruption: 140 ·Greece
  • Methana
    Distance: 364 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 380 m ·Last eruption: -258 ·Greece

Sources: Smithsonian GVP & USGS

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