SINDIRGI, Balıkesir — According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a 6.0 magnitude quake occurred close to Sındırgı Monday night.

It was reported that a tremor hit the region at 19:48 UTC (22:48 local time). The epicenter was located roughly 7 km southeast of Sındırgı, at a depth of 8 km.

Did you feel it?

If you exparienced the earthquake, you can report it via the USGS Felt Report form. The agency has so far received 191 reports via its online form from people who report they experienced the quake. The USGS DYFI report shows that residents in a few cities, such as Burgas and İstanbul, experienced light shaking from the tremor.

Impact and estimated losses

Yellow alert for shaking-related fatalities and economic losses. Some casualties and damage are possible and the impact should be relatively localized. Past yellow alerts have required a local or regional level response. Estimated economic losses are less than 1% of GDP of Turkey. 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 a mix of vulnerable and earthquake resistant construction. The predominant vulnerable building types are adobe block and dressed stone/block masonry construction.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey