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M1.0 Depth: 5.0 km

M1.0 Earthquake near Municipal Unit of Apollonioi, Ioanian Islands (Greece)

UTC time: 2026-09-04 23:32:55 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On September 4, 2026 at 23:32 UTC, a magnitude M1.0 earthquake occurred near Municipal Unit of Apollonioi, Ioanian Islands (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 small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by NOA. Greece: 67 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M2.6.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 5 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 5 km
Shallow
5 km
5 km — shallower than 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

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    Distance: 481 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 399 m ·Italy
  • Vulcano
    Distance: 492 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 500 m ·Last eruption: 1890 ·Italy
  • Kolumbo
    Distance: 493 km ·Complex ·Elevation: -18 m ·Last eruption: 1650 ·Greece

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Stats (last 24h)

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