M2.5 Depth: 14.3 km

M2.5 Earthquake near Lernapat, Loru marz (Armenia)

UTC time: 2026-06-06 17:10:17 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On June 6, 2026 at 17:10 UTC, a magnitude M2.5 earthquake occurred near Lernapat, Loru marz (Armenia). 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 EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M2.5

Depth

14.3 km

UTC time

2026-06-06 17:10:17 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Armenia

State

Loru marz

City

Lernapat

County

P'ambak hamaynk'

Village

Lernapat

Source

emsc

Coordinates

40.78740, 44.38920

Temperature

12.7°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

14.3 km

14.3 km — deeper than the regional average (10.1 km)

Regional average: 10.1 km

Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

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