3.9 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Balıkesir's Sındırgı District

Earthquake Hits Western Turkey

Tremor Felt in Balıkesir Province

A light earthquake with a magnitude of 3.9 shook the Sındırgı district in Balıkesir province on Tuesday evening. The seismic event was recorded by Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency (AFAD), providing critical data on the tremor's location and depth.

Details of the Sındırgı Earthquake

Precise Seismic Data Recorded

The AFAD earthquake occurred at 23:49:20 local time (TSI) on October 28, 2025. The epicenter was pinpointed at a depth of approximately 7.33 kilometers, which is considered a shallow earthquake.

• Magnitude: 3.9 Ml


• Location: Sındırgı, Balıkesir


• Coordinates: 39.20278 N, 28.21472 E


• Depth: 7.33 km

Regional Seismic Activity

The Balıkesir earthquake serves as a reminder of the ongoing seismic activity in the region. While this event was relatively minor, shallow tremors can be felt more strongly at the surface. Residents in the Sındırgı area reported feeling the ground shake, but there have been no initial reports of significant damage or injuries.

Monitoring and Public Information

Official information about the tremor in Turkey is available through the AFAD website. The agency continues to monitor aftershocks and advises citizens to stay informed through official channels. Events of this magnitude are closely watched by seismologists to understand larger tectonic patterns.