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M3.1 Depth: 15.0 km

M3.1 Earthquake near ALBANIA (Albania)

UTC time: 2025-10-20 00:29:00 UTC Local time: —
M3.1 earthquake near Shqipëria Veriore on Oct 20, 2025 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M3.1 Earthquake near ALBANIA (Albania) · 2025-10-20 00:29:00 UTC

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.1 earthquake was recorded near ALBANIA (Albania) on October 20, 2025 at 00:29 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 15 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Albania: 3 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M2.5.

Details

Magnitude
M3.1
Depth
15.0 km
UTC time
2025-10-20 00:29:00 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Albania
City
Shqipëria Veriore
Source
emsc
Coordinates
41.37400, 19.53600
Temperature
12.8°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 15 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 15 km
Shallow
15 km
15 km — close to the regional average (13.2 km)
Regional average: 13.2 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

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