M5.1 Earthquake 60 km N of Balkanabat, Turkmenistan — March 11, 2026
2026-03-11 07:55:18 UTC (2026-03-11) · approx. 11:55 AM UTC+4 local
On March 11, 2026 at 07:55 UTC, a magnitude 5.1 shallow crustal earthquake struck 60 km N of Balkanabat, Turkmenistan, at a depth of 10.0 km and coordinates 40.0482°, 54.2412°. This earthquake was detected by 90 seismic stations with excellent location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 400, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 5.1 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 674 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 2.0 km — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
54.2412°E
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Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 5.1 earthquake near Balkanabat, Turkmenistan?
The magnitude 5.1 earthquake that struck 60 km N of Balkanabat, Turkmenistan on March 11, 2026 at 07:55 UTC had a depth of 10.0 km. For context, this was a moderate earthquake that could be widely felt.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at 40.0482°, 54.2412°, which is 60 km N of Balkanabat, Turkmenistan.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 5.1 earthquakes can continue for days to weeks and gradually diminish over time.
What should I do after an earthquake?
If you were in the affected area: check yourself and others for injuries, inspect your home for damage, and be prepared for aftershocks. For detailed guidance, see our earthquake safety guide and emergency planning resources.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us7000s3ku). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, March 11, 2026). M5.1 Earthquake 60 km N of Balkanabat, Turkmenistan — March 11, 2026. Retrieved May 20, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us7000s3ku/