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M1.6 Depth: 12.0 km

M1.6 Earthquake near GEORGIA (SAK'ART'VELO)

UTC time: 2026-05-20 21:31:52 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 20, 2026 at 21:31 UTC, a magnitude M1.6 earthquake occurred near GEORGIA (SAK'ART'VELO). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 12 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 EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M1.6
Depth
12.0 km
UTC time
2026-05-20 21:31:52 UTC
Local time
—
Country
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Source
emsc
Coordinates
41.53730, 43.56400
Temperature
7.9°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 12 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 12 km
Shallow
12 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

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  • Aragats
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  • Kazbek
    Distance: 151 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 5'004 m ·Last eruption: -750 ·Georgia
  • Ghegham Volcanic Ridge
    Distance: 184 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 3'597 m ·Last eruption: -1900 ·Armenia
  • Ararat
    Distance: 214 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 5'165 m ·Last eruption: 1840 ·Turkiye
  • Elbrus
    Distance: 222 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 5'642 m ·Last eruption: 50 ·Russia

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