An earthquake measuring 5.0 degrees on the Richter scale was recorded tonight in the area of western Turkey, according to data from the European-Mediterranean Seismological Center.
According to the report, the earthquake occurred at 22:24 local time, and the epicenter was recorded 62 kilometers southeast of the city of Balikesir, at a depth of 11 kilometers.
Preliminary info: #earthquake (#earthquake) about 20 km NW of #Demirci (#Turkey) 1 min ago (local time 00:24:36)❗MAGNITUDE NOT AVAILABLE YETUpdates at:
https://t.co/QMSpuj6Z2H
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https://t.co/wPtMW5ND1t pic.twitter.com/HGUMdhJE20— EMSC (@LastQuake) January 23, 2026
So far, there are no reports of material damage or injuries.
(Vijesti.ba)
