Magnitude
M1.0
- Depth
- 8.7 km
- Source
- INGV
Umbria · Umbertide
Country overviewUmbria · Umbertide
Country overviewA magnitude M1.0 earthquake was recorded near Umbertide, Umbria (Italy) on August 7, 2026 at 03:50 UTC. With a focal depth of about 9 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 INGV. Italy: 37 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.1.
Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.
Depth classes per USGS