Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M5.3 earthquake 15 km WNW of Niksar, Turkey
A magnitude 5.3 earthquake struck 15 km WNW of Niksar, Turkey at Mar 13, 2026, 00:35 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. The epicentre was 16 km (10 mi) WNW of Niksar. 8 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 5.3 mww |
|---|---|
| Time | Mar 13, 2026, 00:35 UTC |
| Depth | 10.0 km |
| Coordinates | 40.641, 36.780 |
| Felt reports | 8 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
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