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M3.4 Depth: 34.1 km

M3.4 Earthquake near Dodecanese Islands, Greece

UTC time: 2026-05-06 06:23:31 UTC Local time: —
M3.4 earthquake near Dodecanese Islands, Greece on May 6, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M3.4 Earthquake near Dodecanese Islands, Greece · 2026-05-06 06:23:31 UTC

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.4 earthquake was recorded near Dodecanese Islands, Greece on May 6, 2026 at 06:23 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 34 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by NOA.

Details

Magnitude
M3.4
Depth
34.1 km
UTC time
2026-05-06 06:23:31 UTC
Local time
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Country
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Source
noa
Coordinates
35.21118, 27.46948
Temperature
17.9°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 34.1 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 34.1 km
Shallow
34.1 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

Volcanoes nearby

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    Distance: 156 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 698 m ·Last eruption: 1888 ·Greece
  • Santorini
    Distance: 229 km ·Shield(s) ·Elevation: 367 m ·Last eruption: 1950 ·Greece
  • Kolumbo
    Distance: 231 km ·Complex ·Elevation: -18 m ·Last eruption: 1650 ·Greece
  • Milos
    Distance: 319 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 751 m ·Last eruption: 140 ·Greece
  • Kula
    Distance: 386 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 750 m ·Turkiye
  • Methana
    Distance: 457 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 380 m ·Last eruption: -258 ·Greece

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