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M2.1 Depth: 15.0 km

M2.1 Earthquake near Mavrovë, Southern Albania (Albania)

UTC time: 2026-08-01 18:52:49 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 1, 2026 at 18:52 UTC, a magnitude M2.1 earthquake occurred near Mavrovë, Southern Albania (Albania). With a focal depth of about 15 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

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Details

Magnitude
M2.1
Depth
15.0 km
UTC time
2026-08-01 18:52:49 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Albania
State
Southern Albania
City
Mavrovë
County
Vlorë County
Village
Mavrovë
Source
emsc
Coordinates
40.39000, 19.60400
Temperature
26.7°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 15 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 15 km
Shallow
15 km
15 km — close to the regional average (13 km)
Regional average: 13 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

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