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M2.6 Depth: 26.0 km

M2.6 Earthquake near AZORES ISLANDS REGION

UTC time: 2026-04-28 02:01:18 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On April 28, 2026 at 02:01 UTC, a magnitude M2.6 earthquake occurred near AZORES ISLANDS REGION. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 26 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
M2.6
Depth
26.0 km
UTC time
2026-04-28 02:01:18 UTC
Local time
—
Country
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Source
emsc
Coordinates
37.44700, -24.62500
Temperature
16.2°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 26 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 26 km
Shallow
26 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

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    Distance: 71 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 805 m ·Last eruption: 1630 ·Portugal
  • Agua de Pau
    Distance: 83 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 947 m ·Last eruption: 1564 ·Portugal
  • Picos Fissural Volcanic System
    Distance: 99 km ·Fissure vent ·Elevation: 350 m ·Last eruption: 1652 ·Portugal
  • Monaco Bank
    Distance: 112 km ·Fissure vent ·Elevation: -197 m ·Last eruption: 1911 ·Portugal
  • Sete Cidades
    Distance: 112 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 842 m ·Last eruption: 1880 ·Portugal
  • Don Joao de Castro Bank
    Distance: 196 km ·Shield ·Elevation: -13 m ·Last eruption: 1720 ·Portugal

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