M2.2 Depth: 15.0 km

M2.2 Earthquake near Zharrëz (Albania)

UTC time: 2026-08-21 05:38:32 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 21, 2026 at 05:38 UTC, a magnitude M2.2 earthquake occurred near Zharrëz (Albania). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 15 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

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Details

Magnitude

M2.2

Depth

15.0 km

UTC time

2026-08-21 05:38:32 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Albania

City

Zharrëz

County

Fier County

Village

Sheqishtë

Source

emsc

Coordinates

40.73000, 19.63600

Temperature

24.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

15 km

15 km — close to the regional average (12.7 km)

Regional average: 12.7 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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