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M2.1 Depth: 15.2 km

M2.1 Earthquake near Dodecanese Islands, Greece

UTC time: 2026-05-19 17:02:38 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 19, 2026 at 17:02 UTC, a magnitude M2.1 earthquake occurred near Dodecanese Islands, Greece. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 15 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.

Details

Magnitude
M2.1
Depth
15.2 km
UTC time
2026-05-19 17:02:38 UTC
Local time
—
Country
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Source
noa
Coordinates
36.66596, 25.78583
Temperature
19.3°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 15.2 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 15.2 km
Shallow
15.2 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: 31 km ·Complex ·Elevation: -18 m ·Last eruption: 1650 ·Greece
  • Santorini
    Distance: 45 km ·Shield(s) ·Elevation: 367 m ·Last eruption: 1950 ·Greece
  • Milos
    Distance: 120 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 751 m ·Last eruption: 140 ·Greece
  • Nisyros
    Distance: 123 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 698 m ·Last eruption: 1888 ·Greece
  • Methana
    Distance: 242 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 380 m ·Last eruption: -258 ·Greece
  • Kula
    Distance: 321 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 750 m ·Turkiye

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