M4.8 Depth: 5.0 km

M4.8 Earthquake near Ellas (Greece)

UTC time: 2026-04-25 19:49:57 UTC Local time: —

M4.8 earthquake near Ellas on Apr 25, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24 — M4.8 Earthquake near Ellas (Greece) · 2026-04-25 19:49:57 UTC

About this earthquake

On April 25, 2026 at 19:49 UTC, a magnitude M4.8 earthquake occurred near Ellas (Greece). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 5 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The data is provided by EMSC and cross-checked across seismological networks. Greece: 59 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.9.

Details

Magnitude

M4.8

Depth

5.0 km

UTC time

2026-04-25 19:49:57 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Greece

City

Ellas

Source

emsc

Coordinates

34.91940, 25.96850

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

5 km

5 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

Santorini

Distance: 173 km ·Shield(s) ·Elevation: 367 m ·Last eruption: 1950 ·Greece
Kolumbo

Distance: 184 km ·Complex ·Elevation: -18 m ·Last eruption: 1650 ·Greece
Nisyros

Distance: 214 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 698 m ·Last eruption: 1888 ·Greece
Milos

Distance: 241 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 751 m ·Last eruption: 140 ·Greece
Methana

Distance: 382 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 380 m ·Last eruption: -258 ·Greece
Kula

Distance: 466 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 750 m ·Turkiye

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Stats (last 24h)

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