M3.4 Depth: 15.0 km

M3.4 Earthquake near BULGARIA (Bulgaria)

UTC time: 2026-01-02 14:10:48 UTC Local time: —

M3.4 earthquake near Blagoevgrad on Jan 2, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24 — M3.4 Earthquake near BULGARIA (Bulgaria) · 2026-01-02 14:10:48 UTC

About this earthquake

On January 2, 2026 at 14:10 UTC, a magnitude M3.4 earthquake occurred near BULGARIA (Bulgaria). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 15 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.4

Depth

15.0 km

UTC time

2026-01-02 14:10:48 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Bulgaria

City

Blagoevgrad

Source

emsc

Coordinates

41.96000, 23.25000

Temperature

-0.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

15 km

15 km — close to the regional average (12.5 km)

Regional average: 12.5 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

Methana

Distance: 483 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 380 m ·Last eruption: -258 ·Greece

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