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M1.5 Earthquake near Elaiofyto, Peloponnese Region (Greece)

UTC time: 2026-09-05 15:05:42 UTC Local time: —

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About this earthquake

On September 5, 2026 at 15:05 UTC, a magnitude M1.5 earthquake occurred near Elaiofyto, Peloponnese Region (Greece). With a focal depth of about 12 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by NOA. Greece: 72 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M2.9.

Details

ID
43c2b147cc8b3852a1e6d0b1701fab6e5c31a0c5
Magnitude
M1.5
Depth
11.9 km
UTC time
2026-09-05 15:05:42 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Greece
State
Peloponnese Region
City
Elaiofyto
County
Messenia Regional Unit
Village
Elaiofyto
Source
noa
Coordinates
36.98494, 21.71941
Temperature
29.0°C

Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 11.9 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 11.9 km
Shallow
11.9 km
11.9 km — close to the regional average (14.6 km)
Regional average: 14.6 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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  • Santorini
    Distance: 334 km ·Shield(s) ·Elevation: 367 m ·Last eruption: 1950 ·Greece
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    Distance: 339 km ·Complex ·Elevation: -18 m ·Last eruption: 1650 ·Greece
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