Magnitude
M2.0
- Depth
- 1.4 km
- Source
- EMSC
Galicia · San Amaro
Country overviewSpain · Galicia
M2.0 Earthquake near San Amaro, Galicia (Spain)
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About this earthquake
On March 18, 2026 at 22:47 UTC, a magnitude M2.0 earthquake occurred near San Amaro, Galicia (Spain). With a focal depth of about 1 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.
The event was recorded by EMSC. Spain: 5 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M2.0.
Details
ID
05a5c211ace466eb139962c601b3fb86a1c01502
Magnitude
M2.0
Depth
1.4 km
UTC time
2026-03-18 22:47:52 UTC
Local time
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Country
State
City
County
Village
San Amaro
Source
emsc
Coordinates
42.36470,
-8.07280
Temperature
9.2°C
Depth profile
Shallow
1.4 km
1.4 km — shallower than the regional average (9.6 km)
Regional average: 9.6 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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Stats (last 24h)
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485
Country (24h)
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5
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