Magnitude
M1.5
- Depth
- 12.5 km
- Source
- NOA
Epirus · Metsovo Municipal Unit
Country overviewGreece · Epirus
M1.5 Earthquake near Metsovo Municipal Unit, Epirus (Greece)
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About this earthquake
A magnitude M1.5 earthquake was recorded near Metsovo Municipal Unit, Epirus (Greece) on August 18, 2026 at 11:46 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 13 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.
The data is provided by NOA and cross-checked across seismological networks. Greece: 67 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M2.9.
Details
ID
0f47f7c962fd4367bb3463dd3c9fe92b37d79add
Magnitude
M1.5
Depth
12.5 km
UTC time
2026-08-18 11:46:57 UTC
Local time
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Country
State
County
Village
Anthochori
Source
noa
Coordinates
39.74711,
21.12260
Temperature
30.7°C
Depth profile
Shallow
12.5 km
12.5 km — close to the regional average (14.6 km)
Regional average: 14.6 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
Volcanoes nearby
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Methana
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Milos
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