M2.0 Depth: 14.0 km

M2.0 Earthquake near San Giovanni in Fiore, Calabria (Italy)

UTC time: 2026-03-03 08:17:46 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On March 3, 2026 at 08:17 UTC, a magnitude M2.0 earthquake occurred near San Giovanni in Fiore, Calabria (Italy). 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 INGV. Italy: 53 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.0.

Details

Magnitude

M2.0

Depth

14.0 km

UTC time

2026-03-03 08:17:46 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Italy

State

Calabria

City

San Giovanni in Fiore

County

Cosenza

Source

ingv

Coordinates

39.36150, 16.62720

Temperature

11.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

14 km

14 km — close to 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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