An earthquake of 4.7 magnitude occurred in Van province late Sunday evening.

Boğaziçi University Kandilli Observatory reported that the earthquake was of 4.7 magnitude and was registered at 21.03 local time. The epicenter was in the Başkale district. No information has been received as to damages to buildings or people.

A deadly 6.8 magnitude earthquake occurred in Elazig on 24 January. 41 people died.