M3.8 Depth: 10.0 km

M3.8 Earthquake near Horë-Vranisht, Southern Albania (Albania)

UTC time: 2026-06-19 16:26:45 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.8 earthquake was recorded near Horë-Vranisht, Southern Albania (Albania) on June 19, 2026 at 16:26 UTC. With a focal depth of about 10 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by NOA.

Details

Magnitude

M3.8

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2026-06-19 16:26:45 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Albania

State

Southern Albania

City

Horë-Vranisht

County

Vlorë County

Village

Kuç-Buronjë

Source

noa

Coordinates

40.19240, 19.77856

Temperature

27.8°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (13.3 km)

Regional average: 13.3 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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