M3.2 earthquake: Merkez, Sivas
According to AFAD, a magnitude 3.2 earthquake struck near Merkez, Sivas on October 24, 2026. It was recorded at 08:29 PM GMT+3 at a depth of 7.0 km.
Magnitude and location may later be revised by AFAD.
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Magnitude
M3.2
ML · Minor
Depth
7.0 km
Shallow
Time (UTC)
05:29:20 PM
October 24, 2026
Local time
08:29 PM
October 24, 2026 · GMT+3
Nearest towns and cities
The epicenter was about 46 km from Sivas.
- Sivas · 46 km SW
- Tokat · 95 km S
- Kayseri · 129 km NE
- Amasya · 150 km SE
- Yozgat · 162 km E
Earthquakes recorded nearby afterwards
Since this earthquake, 4 earthquakes have been recorded within 50 km of the epicenter; the largest was M2.7.
Earthquake history of the area
From 1990 until this earthquake, 9 earthquakes of magnitude 4.5 or greater were recorded within 100 km of the epicenter. The largest was an M5.6 earthquake on April 18, 2024.
Frequently asked questions
Where was the October 24, 2026 earthquake near Merkez, Sivas?
The earthquake occurred near Merkez, Sivas at 39.458° N, 36.652° E, at a depth of 7.0 km. The nearest town was Sivas, about 46 km away.
How strong was the earthquake near Merkez, Sivas?
AFAD reported a magnitude of ML 3.2 (minor). How strongly it was felt, and any damage, also depend on depth, distance from the epicenter and local ground conditions.
Were there aftershocks after the earthquake near Merkez, Sivas?
Since this earthquake, 4 earthquakes have been recorded within 50 km of the epicenter; the largest was M2.7.