M1.8 Depth: 6.5 km

M1.8 Earthquake near Jaban, Aleppo Governorate (Syria)

UTC time: 2026-08-16 08:38:57 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 16, 2026 at 08:38 UTC, a magnitude M1.8 earthquake occurred near Jaban, Aleppo Governorate (Syria). With a focal depth of about 7 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 EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M1.8

Depth

6.5 km

UTC time

2026-08-16 08:38:57 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Syria

State

Aleppo Governorate

City

Jaban

County

Ain al-Arab District

Village

Jaban

Source

emsc

Coordinates

36.55750, 38.54480

Temperature

34.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

6.5 km

6.5 km — close to the regional average (8.9 km)

Regional average: 8.9 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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