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M1.9 Depth: 18.0 km

M1.9 Earthquake near Demos Pharsalon, Periphereia Thessalias (Greece)

UTC time: 2026-05-27 11:16:15 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M1.9 earthquake was recorded near Demos Pharsalon, Periphereia Thessalias (Greece) on May 27, 2026 at 11:16 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 18 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 NOA. Greece: 63 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.0.

Details

Magnitude
M1.9
Depth
18.0 km
UTC time
2026-05-27 11:16:15 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Greece
State
Periphereia Thessalias
City
Demos Pharsalon
County
Periphereiake Enoteta Larisas
Village
Megalo Euudrio
Source
noa
Coordinates
39.34616, 22.35580
Temperature
29.8°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 18 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 18 km
Shallow
18 km
18 km — close to the regional average (15.2 km)
Regional average: 15.2 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

Volcanoes nearby

  • Methana
    Distance: 210 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 380 m ·Last eruption: -258 ·Greece
  • Milos
    Distance: 346 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 751 m ·Last eruption: 140 ·Greece
  • Kolumbo
    Distance: 417 km ·Complex ·Elevation: -18 m ·Last eruption: 1650 ·Greece
  • Santorini
    Distance: 422 km ·Shield(s) ·Elevation: 367 m ·Last eruption: 1950 ·Greece

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