M4.2 Depth: 39.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near Vrućice, Federacija Bosne i Hercegovine (Bosnia & Herzegovina)

UTC time: 2026-02-23 19:29:47 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near Vrućice, Federacija Bosne i Hercegovine (Bosnia & Herzegovina) on February 23, 2026 at 19:29 UTC. With a focal depth of about 39 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by GFZ.

Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

39.0 km

UTC time

2026-02-23 19:29:47 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Bosnia & Herzegovina

State

Federacija Bosne i Hercegovine

City

Vrućice

County

Županija zapadnohercegovačka

Village

Vrućice

Source

gfz

Coordinates

43.39000, 17.36000

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Depth profile

Shallow

39 km

39 km — deeper than the regional average (8.4 km)

Regional average: 8.4 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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