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M1.8 Depth: 12.3 km

M1.8 Earthquake near Demotike Enoteta Karyas, Periphereia Ionion Neson (Greece)

UTC time: 2026-05-04 05:29:16 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 4, 2026 at 05:29 UTC, a magnitude M1.8 earthquake occurred near Demotike Enoteta Karyas, Periphereia Ionion Neson (Greece). With a focal depth of about 12 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by NOA. Greece: 20 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.4.

Details

Magnitude
M1.8
Depth
12.3 km
UTC time
2026-05-04 05:29:16 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Greece
State
Periphereia Ionion Neson
City
Demotike Enoteta Karyas
County
Periphereiake Enoteta Leukadas
Village
Karya
Source
noa
Coordinates
38.77579, 20.63736
Temperature
14.9°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 12.3 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 12.3 km
Shallow
12.3 km
12.3 km — shallower than the regional average (15.6 km)
Regional average: 15.6 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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