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M2.2 Depth: 15.0 km

M2.2 Earthquake near Fravesh, Shqipëria Qendrore (Albania)

UTC time: 2026-05-20 16:54:36 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 20, 2026 at 16:54 UTC, a magnitude M2.2 earthquake occurred near Fravesh, Shqipëria Qendrore (Albania). With a focal depth of about 15 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.

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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 (13.3 km)
Regional average: 13.3 km
Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

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