M1.7 Depth: 18.8 km

M1.7 Earthquake near Seniko, Periphereia Epeirou (Greece)

UTC time: 2026-05-04 23:12:14 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 4, 2026 at 23:12 UTC, a magnitude M1.7 earthquake occurred near Seniko, Periphereia Epeirou (Greece). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 19 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The data is provided by NOA and cross-checked across seismological networks. Greece: 62 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.9.

Details

Magnitude

M1.7

Depth

18.8 km

UTC time

2026-05-04 23:12:14 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Greece

State

Periphereia Epeirou

City

Seniko

County

Periphereiake Enoteta Ioanninon

Village

Seniko

Source

noa

Coordinates

39.56589, 20.61997

Temperature

8.4°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

18.8 km

18.8 km — deeper than the regional average (15.2 km)

Regional average: 15.2 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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