Magnitude
M2.8
- Depth
- 36.2 km
- Source
- NOA
Shqipëria Qendrore · Bashkia Belsh
Country overviewAlbania · Shqipëria Qendrore
M2.8 Earthquake near Bashkia Belsh, Shqipëria Qendrore (Albania)
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About this earthquake
On May 28, 2026 at 22:00 UTC, a magnitude M2.8 earthquake occurred near Bashkia Belsh, Shqipëria Qendrore (Albania). With a focal depth of about 36 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.
Details
ID
2575053875539008a2c87fcd903833c2a565c0d8
Magnitude
M2.8
Depth
36.2 km
UTC time
2026-05-28 22:00:47 UTC
Local time
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Country
State
City
County
Village
Kosovë
Source
noa
Coordinates
40.87507,
19.83193
Temperature
19.5°C
Depth profile
Shallow
36.2 km
36.2 km — deeper than the regional average (12.5 km)
Regional average: 12.5 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
Volcanoes nearby
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Stromboli Activity reported
Shqipëria Qendrore
Context for this earthquake
05 Oct 2025 – 05 Oct 2026 · M ≥ 2.0 · 55 Catalogue entries
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