Magnitude
M3.4
- Depth
- 9.0 km
- Source
- EMSC
Tuscany · Livorno
Country overviewTuscany · Livorno
Country overviewOn August 4, 2026 at 11:04 UTC, a magnitude M3.4 earthquake occurred near Livorno, Tuscany (Italy). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 9 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.
The event was recorded by EMSC. Italy: 41 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.1.
Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.
Depth classes per USGS