M4.4 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.4 Earthquake near Zitouna, Skikda (Algeria)

UTC time: 2026-07-30 07:21:53 UTC Local time: —

M4.4 earthquake near Zitouna on Jul 30, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24 — M4.4 Earthquake near Zitouna, Skikda (Algeria) · 2026-07-30 07:21:53 UTC

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.4 earthquake was recorded near Zitouna, Skikda (Algeria) on July 30, 2026 at 07:21 UTC. With a focal depth of about 10 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.4

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2026-07-30 07:21:53 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Algeria

State

Skikda

City

Zitouna

County

Zitouna District

Source

emsc

Coordinates

36.97150, 6.43930

Temperature

26.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — close to the regional average (12.1 km)

Regional average: 12.1 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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Pantelleria

Distance: 497 km ·Shield ·Elevation: 836 m ·Last eruption: 1891 ·Italy

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