M1.2 Depth: 13.9 km

M1.2 Earthquake near Ricigliano, Campania (Italy)

UTC time: 2026-01-08 11:50:48 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On January 8, 2026 at 11:50 UTC, a magnitude M1.2 earthquake occurred near Ricigliano, Campania (Italy). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 14 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: 45 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.4.

Details

Magnitude

M1.2

Depth

13.9 km

UTC time

2026-01-08 11:50:48 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Italy

State

Campania

City

Ricigliano

County

Salerno

Village

Ricigliano

Source

ingv

Coordinates

40.66630, 15.46000

Temperature

5.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

13.9 km

13.9 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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