M2.4 Depth: 10.0 km

M2.4 Earthquake near Strumani, Blagoevgrad (Bulgaria)

UTC time: 2026-02-14 19:46:53 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On February 14, 2026 at 19:46 UTC, a magnitude M2.4 earthquake occurred near Strumani, Blagoevgrad (Bulgaria). With a focal depth of about 10 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 NOA.

Details

Magnitude

M2.4

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2026-02-14 19:46:53 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Bulgaria

State

Blagoevgrad

City

Strumani

County

Strumani

Source

noa

Coordinates

41.69314, 23.26330

Temperature

9.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — close to the regional average (12.5 km)

Regional average: 12.5 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

Methana

Distance: 453 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 380 m ·Last eruption: -258 ·Greece

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