Magnitude 4.2 Earthquake Strikes Near Kars, Turkey-Armenia Border

Earthquake Recorded in Shirak Region

Tremor Felt in Akyaka, Kars Province

A moderate earthquake with a magnitude of 4.2 struck the border region between Turkey and Armenia. The seismic event occurred on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at 6:49:30 PM local time (TSI).

Details of the Seismic Event

Epicenter and Depth Analysis

According to official data from Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency (AFAD), the epicenter was located in the Shirak province of Armenia. The quake's coordinates were precisely recorded at a latitude of 41.15556 North and a longitude of 43.88778 East.

• Magnitude: 4.2 Mw


• Location: 28 km from Akyaka, Kars, Turkey


• Depth: 6.52 kilometers

Regional Impact and Monitoring

The tremor's relatively shallow depth of 6.52 km means it was likely felt in nearby areas, particularly in the Akyaka district of Kars, Turkey, which was approximately 28 kilometers from the epicenter. AFAD continues to monitor the situation for any potential aftershocks.