Turkey: Magnitude-5.2 earthquake occurs in eastern Konya at around 13:27 Feb. 25

Event

A magnitude-5.2 earthquake occurred in eastern Konya Province at around 13:27 Feb. 25. The epicenter was about 40 km (25 miles) south of Aksaray. The tremor occurred at a depth of about 10 km (6 miles); strong to moderate shaking is likely to have taken place in Konya, Nigde, and Aksaray provinces; weak to moderate shaking may have been experienced in parts of Karaman, Ankara, Nevsehir, Antalya, and Mersin provinces. There have been no initial reports of damage or casualties; however, some damage is possible. It could take several hours until authorities can conduct comprehensive damage assessments, especially in remote areas. Aftershocks are likely over the coming days.

Officials may temporarily shut down transportation infrastructure in the tremor zone to check for damage. Minor disruptions could occur during shutdowns, but service will likely resume quickly if no damage is found. Utility outages are possible, particularly near the earthquake's epicenter.

Advice

Plan accordingly for aftershocks. Consider vacating multistory buildings if operating in affected areas until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Allow additional time for air and road travel, as aftershocks may prompt brief disruptions. Seek updated information on road conditions before driving in hilly areas in the affected region due to potential landslides.