M4.1 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.1 Earthquake near Khonchiori, Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti (Georgia)

UTC time: 2026-06-23 04:07:54 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.1 earthquake was recorded near Khonchiori, Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti (Georgia) on June 23, 2026 at 04:07 UTC. 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 clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 km
10 km — close to the regional average (8.7 km)
Regional average: 8.7 km
Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

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