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M3.0 Depth: 5.0 km

M3.0 Earthquake near FRANCE

UTC time: 2026-03-23 14:18:59 UTC Local time: —
M3.0 earthquake near FRANCE on Mar 23, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M3.0 Earthquake near FRANCE · 2026-03-23 14:18:59 UTC

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.0 earthquake was recorded near FRANCE on March 23, 2026 at 14:18 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 5 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M3.0
Depth
5.0 km
UTC time
2026-03-23 14:18:59 UTC
Local time
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Country
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Source
emsc
Coordinates
45.13630, 4.59080
Temperature
10.9°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 5 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 5 km
Shallow
5 km
Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

Volcanoes nearby

  • Chaine des Puys
    Distance: 145 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 1'464 m ·Last eruption: -4040 ·France
  • Olot Volcanic Field
    Distance: 369 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 893 m ·Spain

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Country (24h)
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