M4.0 Depth: 5.0 km

M4.0 Earthquake near Kaparjel, Southern Albania (Albania)

UTC time: 2026-06-12 04:42:08 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On June 12, 2026 at 04:42 UTC, a magnitude M4.0 earthquake occurred near Kaparjel, Southern Albania (Albania). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 5 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by Seismological Survey of Serbia.

Details

Magnitude

M4.0

Depth

5.0 km

UTC time

2026-06-12 04:42:08 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Albania

State

Southern Albania

City

Kaparjel

County

Gjirokastër County

Village

Kaparjel

Source

serbia_rsz

Coordinates

40.15000, 19.95000

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Depth profile

Shallow

5 km

5 km — shallower than the regional average (13.3 km)

Regional average: 13.3 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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