M2.3
Depth:
16.1 km
M2.3 Earthquake near Cenlle, Galicia (Spain)
About this earthquake
On July 5, 2026 at 13:53 UTC, a magnitude M2.3 earthquake occurred near Cenlle, Galicia (Spain). With a focal depth of about 16 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.
The event was recorded by EMSC. Spain: 6 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M2.3.
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Depth profile
Shallow
16.1 km
16.1 km — deeper than the regional average (10.1 km)
Regional average: 10.1 km
Why depth matters
Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.
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