M1.5 Depth: 10.4 km

M1.5 Earthquake near Torre de Moncorvo (Portugal)

UTC time: 2026-08-21 00:52:27 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 21, 2026 at 00:52 UTC, a magnitude M1.5 earthquake occurred near Torre de Moncorvo (Portugal). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 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

M1.5

Depth

10.4 km

UTC time

2026-08-21 00:52:27 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Portugal

City

Torre de Moncorvo

County

Bragança

Village

Souto da Velha

Source

emsc

Coordinates

41.20580, -6.93450

Temperature

19.7°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10.4 km

10.4 km — deeper than the regional average (5.9 km)

Regional average: 5.9 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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Calatrava Volcanic Field

Distance: 359 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'117 m ·Last eruption: -3600 ·Spain

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