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M0.8 Depth: 6.8 km

M0.8 Earthquake near Vidohovë (Albania)

UTC time: 2026-08-21 01:43:32 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 21, 2026 at 01:43 UTC, a magnitude M0.8 earthquake occurred near Vidohovë (Albania). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 7 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by NOA.

Details

Magnitude
M0.8
Depth
6.8 km
UTC time
2026-08-21 01:43:32 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Albania
City
Vidohovë
County
Korçë County
Village
Vidohovë
Source
noa
Coordinates
40.47520, 20.94946
Temperature
16.1°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 6.8 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 6.8 km
Shallow
6.8 km
6.8 km — shallower than the regional average (12.8 km)
Regional average: 12.8 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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    Distance: 378 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 380 m ·Last eruption: -258 ·Greece

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