M2.4 Depth: 26.1 km

M2.4 Earthquake near Italia (Italy)

UTC time: 2026-02-25 18:03:47 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

On February 25, 2026 at 18:03 UTC, a magnitude M2.4 earthquake occurred near Italia (Italy). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 26 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 ISC. Italy: 54 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.0.

Details

Magnitude
M2.4
Depth
26.1 km
UTC time
2026-02-25 18:03:47 UTC
Local time
Country
City
Italia
Source
isc
Coordinates
39.18580, 17.16420
Temperature
8.9°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 26.1 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 26.1 km
Shallow
26.1 km
26.1 km — deeper than the regional average (12.6 km)
Regional average: 12.6 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

Volcanoes nearby

  • Stromboli
    Distance: 174 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 924 m ·Last eruption: 2026 ·Italy
  • Panarea
    Distance: 192 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 399 m ·Italy
  • Palinuro
    Distance: 203 km ·Compound ·Elevation: -70 m ·Last eruption: -8040 ·Italy
  • Lipari
    Distance: 208 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 590 m ·Last eruption: 1230 ·Italy
  • Vulcano
    Distance: 210 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 500 m ·Last eruption: 1890 ·Italy
  • Marsili
    Distance: 238 km ·Complex ·Elevation: -779 m ·Last eruption: -1050 ·Italy

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