M2.0 Depth: 15.4 km

M2.0 Earthquake near Masis, Ararati marz (Armenia)

UTC time: 2026-02-23 15:52:19 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On February 23, 2026 at 15:52 UTC, a magnitude M2.0 earthquake occurred near Masis, Ararati marz (Armenia). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 15 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

M2.0

Depth

15.4 km

UTC time

2026-02-23 15:52:19 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Armenia

State

Ararati marz

City

Masis

County

Masis hamaynk'

Source

emsc

Coordinates

40.08700, 44.42910

Temperature

7.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

15.4 km

15.4 km — deeper than the regional average (10.3 km)

Regional average: 10.3 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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