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M2.0 Depth: 16.1 km

M2.0 Earthquake near Koinoteta Nikokleias, Kypros (Cyprus)

UTC time: 2026-05-07 18:02:58 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 7, 2026 at 18:02 UTC, a magnitude M2.0 earthquake occurred near Koinoteta Nikokleias, Kypros (Cyprus). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 16 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 EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M2.0
Depth
16.1 km
UTC time
2026-05-07 18:02:58 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Cyprus
State
Kypros
City
Koinoteta Nikokleias
County
Symplegma Koinoteton Diarizou kai Xeropotamou
Village
Nikokleia
Source
emsc
Coordinates
34.72700, 32.56970
Temperature
19.6°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 16.1 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 16.1 km
Shallow
16.1 km
16.1 km — shallower than the regional average (25.6 km)
Regional average: 25.6 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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