Magnitude 4.8 Earthquake Strikes Balıkesir's Sındırgı District

Earthquake Hits Western Turkey

Tremor Felt in Balıkesir Region

A earthquake with a magnitude of 4.8 struck the Sındırgı district in Balıkesir Province on Tuesday. The seismic event was recorded by Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency (AFAD).

Details of the Seismic Event

Precise Location and Timing

The tremor occurred on October 28, 2025, at 10:54:13 local time. The epicenter was located at a shallow depth of approximately 7 kilometers.

• Magnitude: 4.8 Mw


• Location: Sındırgı, Balıkesir


• Coordinates: 39.18583°N, 28.29306°E

Assessing the Impact

Authorities are assessing the situation following the Balıkesir earthquake. AFAD has published the official details on its website. The relatively shallow depth of the quake means it was likely felt by residents in the surrounding area.