A magnitude 3.8 earthquake was recorded near SİMELE, DUHOK (IRAK) - [11.34 KM] SİLOPİ (ŞIRNAK) on 31 October 2026, 15:51 Turkey time (12:51 UTC). The focal depth was about 7.0 km (very shallow).
This is a minor earthquake that may be felt near the epicentre. The estimated intensity at the epicentre is IV (Light / felt). AFAD reported magnitude 3.8 and Kandilli Observatory 3.9.
Nearest provincial capitals: Şırnak (~55 km), Siirt (~110 km), Hakkari (~129 km).
No significant aftershocks have been recorded within 100 km so far.
Turkish version