Magnitude 3.6 earthquake recorded in Mediterranean off Turkey's coast

A seismic tremor was recorded in the Mediterranean Sea on July 11, 2026, causing brief concern among residents. The earthquake, measuring a magnitude of 3.6, occurred around 08:21 AM local time.

The epicenter was located approximately 143.03 kilometers from Turkey's Datça district in Muğla province. The depth of the earthquake was measured at 11.02 kilometers, according to data from the Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) and the Boğaziçi University Kandilli Observatory.

While the tremor caused momentary apprehension, initial reports indicate that no adverse consequences or damages have been reported. AFAD and the Kandilli Observatory continuously monitor seismic activity in Turkey and its surrounding regions, sharing real-time data with the public.

Earlier on the same day, several other minor seismic events were registered across Turkey. These included a magnitude 2.4 earthquake near Adana, a 1.8 magnitude tremor south of the Greek island of Midilli (Lesbos) in the Aegean Sea, and a 3.0 magnitude quake in the Mediterranean. Other smaller tremors were recorded in the Aegean Sea and near Manisa.