M2.1 Depth: 15.0 km

M2.1 Earthquake near Lukovë, Shqipëria Jugore (Albania)

UTC time: 2026-02-08 14:54:05 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.1 earthquake was recorded near Lukovë, Shqipëria Jugore (Albania) on February 8, 2026 at 14:54 UTC. With a focal depth of about 15 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Albania: 6 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M2.3.

Details

Magnitude

M2.1

Depth

15.0 km

UTC time

2026-02-08 14:54:05 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Albania

State

Shqipëria Jugore

City

Lukovë

County

Qarku i Vlorës

Village

Lukovë

Source

emsc

Coordinates

40.09800, 19.93800

Temperature

11.4°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

15 km

15 km — close to the regional average (13.2 km)

Regional average: 13.2 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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