M0.9 Depth: 8.8 km

M0.9 Earthquake near Barcellona Pozzo di Gotto, Sicily (Italy)

UTC time: 2026-07-09 14:48:05 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M0.9 earthquake was recorded near Barcellona Pozzo di Gotto, Sicily (Italy) on July 9, 2026 at 14:48 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 9 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 INGV. Italy: 60 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.2.

Details

Magnitude

M0.9

Depth

8.8 km

UTC time

2026-07-09 14:48:05 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Italy

State

Sicily

City

Barcellona Pozzo di Gotto

County

Messina

Village

Acquacalda

Source

ingv

Coordinates

38.15270, 15.23420

Temperature

26.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

8.8 km

8.8 km — shallower than the regional average (12.6 km)

Regional average: 12.6 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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