M3.6
Depth:
4.0 km
M3.6 Earthquake near Bistrica (Slovenia)
About this earthquake
On April 21, 2026 at 00:01 UTC, a magnitude M3.6 earthquake occurred near Bistrica (Slovenia). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 4 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.
The event was recorded by Seismological Survey of Serbia.
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Shallow
4 km
4 km — shallower than the regional average (7.2 km)
Regional average: 7.2 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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