M2.3 Depth: 29.7 km

M2.3 Earthquake near Mitsero, Kypros (Cyprus)

UTC time: 2026-01-28 08:38:28 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

On January 28, 2026 at 08:38 UTC, a magnitude M2.3 earthquake occurred near Mitsero, Kypros (Cyprus). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 30 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

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Details

Magnitude
M2.3
Depth
29.7 km
UTC time
2026-01-28 08:38:28 UTC
Local time
Country
State
Kypros
City
Mitsero
County
Symplegma Koinoteton Oreines
Village
Mitsero
Source
emsc
Coordinates
35.06970, 33.12540
Temperature
11.5°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 29.7 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 29.7 km
Shallow
29.7 km
29.7 km — close to the regional average (25.5 km)
Regional average: 25.5 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

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