M2.4 Depth: 15.8 km

M2.4 Earthquake near Kalochori, Periphereia Epeirou (Greece)

UTC time: 2026-04-26 01:46:38 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.4 earthquake was recorded near Kalochori, Periphereia Epeirou (Greece) on April 26, 2026 at 01:46 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 16 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by NOA. Greece: over the past 24 hours, QuakeMap24 logged 62 earthquakes, the strongest at M3.9.

Details

Magnitude

M2.4

Depth

15.8 km

UTC time

2026-04-26 01:46:38 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Greece

State

Periphereia Epeirou

City

Kalochori

County

Periphereiake Enoteta Ioanninon

Village

Kalochori

Source

noa

Coordinates

39.66751, 20.63278

Temperature

10.7°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

15.8 km

15.8 km — close to the regional average (15.2 km)

Regional average: 15.2 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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