A 5.7 magnitude quake struck close to Hasaki at midday on Monday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The tremor, which hit the area at 04:52 UTC (13:52 local time), was centered about 106 km east-northeast of Hasaki. It occurred at a depth of 24 km.

Did you feel it?

Those who noticed the earthquake are encouraged to report it through the USGS Felt Report form.

Impact and estimated losses

The USGS categorized this as a Green Alert, which means there is a low likelihood of casualties and damage. Recent earthquakes in this area have caused secondary hazards such as landslides and fires that might have contributed to losses.

Structure information summary

Overall, the population in this region resides in structures that are resistant to earthquake shaking, though vulnerable structures exist. The predominant vulnerable building types are heavy wood frame and reinforced/confined masonry construction.

Closeby region shaken by two tremors over the week

Two tremors exceeding magnitude 2.5 have been recorded in the area in the past week. Each was centered in the same region with the more significant — a 5.5 magnitude event — occurring on Nov. 7. The second, a 4.4 magnitude quake, rattled on Nov. 9.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey