Magnitude 4.9 Earthquake Strikes Balıkesir's Sındırgı District

Earthquake Shakes Western Turkey

Tremor Felt in Balıkesir Region

A earthquake with a magnitude of 4.9 struck the Sındırgı district in Balıkesir Province on Monday afternoon. The seismic event was recorded by Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency (AFAD), providing crucial data for assessment.

Details of the Seismic Event

Epicenter and Depth

The tremor's epicenter was located at a depth of approximately 11.02 kilometers. According to AFAD coordinates, the quake originated at latitude 39.16861 North and longitude 28.34083 East, pinpointing the source within the Sındırgı area.

Timing of the Balıkesir Earthquake

The earthquake in Balıkesir occurred precisely at 15:35:37 local time (TSI) on November 3, 2025. The timing meant the tremor was felt during daytime hours, likely increasing the number of people who experienced the shaking.

Initial Assessments and Public Information

AFAD has made the event details public through its official channels. Key parameters of the Sındırgı earthquake include:

• Magnitude: 4.9 Mw


• Location: Sındırgı, Balıkesir


• Depth: 11.02 km

Authorities typically use this initial data to gauge the potential for damage and to coordinate any necessary emergency response efforts. Further assessments are ongoing.