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M2.4 Depth: 27.2 km

M2.4 Earthquake near Greece (Greece)

UTC time: 2026-08-17 08:53:55 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 17, 2026 at 08:53 UTC, a magnitude M2.4 earthquake occurred near Greece (Greece). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 27 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 NOA. Greece: 51 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.0.

Details

Magnitude
M2.4
Depth
27.2 km
UTC time
2026-08-17 08:53:55 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Greece
City
Greece
Source
noa
Coordinates
36.62423, 25.52258
Temperature
24.1°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 27.2 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 27.2 km
Shallow
27.2 km
27.2 km — deeper than the regional average (14.7 km)
Regional average: 14.7 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

  • Kolumbo
    Distance: 12 km ·Complex ·Elevation: -18 m ·Last eruption: 1650 ·Greece
  • Santorini
    Distance: 27 km ·Shield(s) ·Elevation: 367 m ·Last eruption: 1950 ·Greece
  • Milos
    Distance: 97 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 751 m ·Last eruption: 140 ·Greece
  • Nisyros
    Distance: 146 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 698 m ·Last eruption: 1888 ·Greece
  • Methana
    Distance: 223 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 380 m ·Last eruption: -258 ·Greece
  • Kula
    Distance: 342 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 750 m ·Turkiye

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