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M2.1 Depth: 10.8 km

M2.1 Earthquake near Ellas (Greece)

UTC time: 2026-04-17 20:24:32 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On April 17, 2026 at 20:24 UTC, a magnitude M2.1 earthquake occurred near Ellas (Greece). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 11 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: 50 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.9.

Details

Magnitude
M2.1
Depth
10.8 km
UTC time
2026-04-17 20:24:32 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Greece
City
Ellas
Source
noa
Coordinates
38.60138, 24.52972

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10.8 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10.8 km
Shallow
10.8 km
10.8 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

Volcanoes nearby

  • Methana
    Distance: 151 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 380 m ·Last eruption: -258 ·Greece
  • Milos
    Distance: 212 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 751 m ·Last eruption: 140 ·Greece
  • Kolumbo
    Distance: 246 km ·Complex ·Elevation: -18 m ·Last eruption: 1650 ·Greece
  • Santorini
    Distance: 256 km ·Shield(s) ·Elevation: 367 m ·Last eruption: 1950 ·Greece
  • Nisyros
    Distance: 322 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 698 m ·Last eruption: 1888 ·Greece
  • Kula
    Distance: 347 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 750 m ·Turkiye

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