Preliminary earthquake data and analysis
| Event ID | 1521853 |
|---|---|
| Event time | 2025-12-07 19:17:31 (UTC) |
| Local time | 2025-12-07 16:17:31 - [It was afternoon in the affected area.] |
| Last update | 2025-12-07 19:24:47 (UTC) |
| Magnitude | 4.5 |
| Depth | 6.1 km |
| Class | Light |
| Hypocenter | Shallow depth |
| Mercalli scale | 4 |
| Possible effects | Most people indoors feel movement. Hanging objects swing. Dishes, windows, and doors rattle. The earthquake feels like a heavy truck hitting the walls. A few people outdoors may feel movement. Parked cars rock. |
| Data status | |
| Data provider | EMSC |
| Continent | Asia |
|---|---|
| Country | Turkey |
| Administration area | Van |
| Nearest settlement | Ercis |
| Distance | 28 km |
| Course | SSE |
| Surface type | underground quake |