M4.5 Depth: 5.0 km

M4.5 Earthquake near Balanidia, Epirus (Greece)

UTC time: 2026-04-03 14:22:17 UTC Local time: —

M4.5 earthquake near Balanidia on Apr 3, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24 — M4.5 Earthquake near Balanidia, Epirus (Greece) · 2026-04-03 14:22:17 UTC

About this earthquake

On April 3, 2026 at 14:22 UTC, a magnitude M4.5 earthquake occurred near Balanidia, Epirus (Greece). With a focal depth of about 5 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by Seismological Survey of Serbia. Greece: 59 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.6.

Details

Magnitude

M4.5

Depth

5.0 km

UTC time

2026-04-03 14:22:17 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Greece

State

Epirus

City

Balanidia

County

Ioannina Regional Unit

Village

Balanidia

Source

serbia_rsz

Coordinates

39.52000, 20.64000

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

5 km

5 km — shallower than the regional average (15.1 km)

Regional average: 15.1 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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Stromboli

Distance: 475 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 924 m ·Last eruption: 2026 ·Italy
Panarea

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Palinuro

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