3.5 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Balıkesir's Sındırgı District

Minor Earthquake Recorded in Western Turkey

Tremor Felt in Balıkesir Province

A light earthquake with a magnitude of 3.5 struck the Sındırgı district of Balıkesir province in western Turkey. The seismic event was recorded by the Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency (AFAD).

Details of the Seismic Event

Location and Depth of the Tremor

The earthquake occurred on November 12, 2025, at 00:25:57 local time (TSI). According to AFAD data, the epicenter was located at a depth of approximately 5.47 kilometers.

• Magnitude: 3.5 Ml


• Location: Sındırgı, Balıkesir


• Coordinates: 39.23472° North, 28.17306° East

Assessment of the Situation

There have been no initial reports of damage or injuries following the tremor. Earthquakes of this magnitude are frequently felt in the region but rarely cause significant structural damage. Authorities continue to monitor the situation.