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M1.6 Depth: 11.8 km

M1.6 Earthquake near Brosina, Periphereia Epeirou (Greece)

UTC time: 2026-04-16 20:21:07 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On April 16, 2026 at 20:21 UTC, a magnitude M1.6 earthquake occurred near Brosina, Periphereia Epeirou (Greece). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 12 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by NOA. Greece: 49 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.9.

Details

Magnitude
M1.6
Depth
11.8 km
UTC time
2026-04-16 20:21:07 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Greece
State
Periphereia Epeirou
City
Brosina
County
Periphereiake Enoteta Ioanninon
Village
Brosina
Source
noa
Coordinates
39.67072, 20.53436

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 11.8 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 11.8 km
Shallow
11.8 km
11.8 km — shallower than the regional average (15.2 km)
Regional average: 15.2 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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  • Palinuro
    Distance: 489 km ·Compound ·Elevation: -70 m ·Last eruption: -8040 ·Italy

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