3.6 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Balıkesir's Sındırgı District

Earthquake Hits Western Turkey

Tremor Felt in Balıkesir Province

A earthquake with a magnitude of 3.6 occurred near the town of Sındırgı in Balıkesir province on Monday evening. The seismic event was recorded by Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency (AFAD), providing crucial data for earthquake monitoring.

Details of the Seismic Event

Precise Location and Timing

The temblor struck at 21:25:51 local time (TSI) on November 10, 2025. The epicenter was located at a depth of approximately 6.78 kilometers, which is considered a shallow earthquake.

• Location: Sındırgı, Balıkesir


• Coordinates: 39.24972°N, 28.13722°E


• Magnitude: 3.6 Ml


• Depth: 6.78 km

Regional Seismic Activity

This earthquake in Balıkesir serves as a reminder of the ongoing seismic activity in the region. AFAD continues to monitor the area for any potential aftershocks, though a magnitude 3.6 event typically causes minimal damage.