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M2.3 Depth: 10.4 km

M2.3 Earthquake near 5 km SW Monterosso Grana (CN) (Italy)

UTC time: 2025-09-16 18:28:24 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On September 16, 2025 at 18:28 UTC, a magnitude M2.3 earthquake occurred near 5 km SW Monterosso Grana (CN) (Italy). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by INGV. Italy: 35 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M2.5.

Details

Magnitude
M2.3
Depth
10.4 km
UTC time
2025-09-16 18:28:24 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Italy
City
Piemonte
Source
ingv
Coordinates
44.36670, 7.29770
Temperature
18.6°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10.4 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10.4 km
Shallow
10.4 km
10.4 km — close to the regional average (12.6 km)
Regional average: 12.6 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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