A 6.1 magnitude quake shook near Hasaki on Friday evening, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
The tremor slammed at 10:39 UTC (19:39 local time), with its epicenter roughly 156 km southeast of Hasaki and a depth of 10 km.
Did you feel it?
If you felt the earthquake, you can share your observations using the USGS Felt Report form. 3 people have submitted responses through the agency’s online form, saying they experienced the quake.
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 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.
Source: The U.S. Geological Survey
