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M2.1 Depth: 11.7 km

M2.1 Earthquake near Demotike Enoteta Arkalochoriou, Periphereia Kretes (Greece)

UTC time: 2026-01-23 15:38:08 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.1 earthquake was recorded near Demotike Enoteta Arkalochoriou, Periphereia Kretes (Greece) on January 23, 2026 at 15:38 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 12 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by NOA. Greece: 91 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.3.

Details

Magnitude
M2.1
Depth
11.7 km
UTC time
2026-01-23 15:38:08 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Greece
State
Periphereia Kretes
City
Demotike Enoteta Arkalochoriou
County
Periphereiake Enoteta Erakleiou
Village
Stironas
Source
noa
Coordinates
35.15991, 25.19898
Temperature
11.5°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 11.7 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 11.7 km
Shallow
11.7 km
11.7 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

Volcanoes nearby

  • Santorini
    Distance: 139 km ·Shield(s) ·Elevation: 367 m ·Last eruption: 1950 ·Greece
  • Kolumbo
    Distance: 154 km ·Complex ·Elevation: -18 m ·Last eruption: 1650 ·Greece
  • Milos
    Distance: 184 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 751 m ·Last eruption: 140 ·Greece
  • Nisyros
    Distance: 237 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 698 m ·Last eruption: 1888 ·Greece
  • Methana
    Distance: 320 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 380 m ·Last eruption: -258 ·Greece
  • Kula
    Distance: 481 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 750 m ·Turkiye

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