M3.0
Depth:
10.0 km
M3.0 Earthquake near Sânpetru Mare (Romania)
About this earthquake
On August 29, 2026 at 20:23 UTC, a magnitude M3.0 earthquake occurred near Sânpetru Mare (Romania). With a focal depth of about 10 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.
The event was recorded by EMSC.
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Shallow
10 km
10 km — shallower than the regional average (84.9 km)
Regional average: 84.9 km
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Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.
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