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M3.1 Depth: 5.0 km

M3.1 Earthquake near Las Gabias, Andalusia (Spain)

UTC time: 2026-08-16 02:40:56 UTC Local time: —
M3.1 earthquake near Las Gabias on Aug 16, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M3.1 Earthquake near Las Gabias, Andalusia (Spain) · 2026-08-16 02:40:56 UTC

About this earthquake

On August 16, 2026 at 02:40 UTC, a magnitude M3.1 earthquake occurred near Las Gabias, Andalusia (Spain). With a focal depth of about 5 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Spain: 4 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M2.2.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 5 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 5 km
Shallow
5 km
5 km — shallower than the regional average (9.6 km)
Regional average: 9.6 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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    Distance: 196 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'117 m ·Last eruption: -3600 ·Spain

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