
5.2 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Central Turkey
A 5.2 magnitude earthquake hit central Turkey, as recorded by the EMSC. No immediate reports of damage or casualties.
Published on 24 May 2026
Save5.2 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Central Turkey
A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck central Turkey on [date], according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC). The tremor was reported by Al-Mayadeen, citing EMSC data. As of now, Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) has not released an official report detailing potential material damage or casualties.
This earthquake follows a magnitude 6.1 tremor that hit western Turkey late last year, centered in Balikesir province at a depth of 10 kilometers. Turkey lies on several active fault lines and experiences frequent seismic activity. The country is still recovering from the devastating February 2023 earthquakes that killed more than 50,000 people across southern Turkey and northern Syria.
According to Mehr News Agency, the quake's epicenter and depth have not been specified in the initial report. Authorities are expected to provide further updates as assessments are conducted.
Source: Mehr News — Read original story