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M3.7 Depth: 9.7 km

M3.7 Earthquake near CRETE, GREECE

UTC time: 2026-07-07 23:27:00 UTC Local time: —
M3.7 earthquake near CRETE, GREECE on Jul 7, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M3.7 Earthquake near CRETE, GREECE · 2026-07-07 23:27:00 UTC

About this earthquake

On July 7, 2026 at 23:27 UTC, a magnitude M3.7 earthquake occurred near CRETE, GREECE. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M3.7
Depth
9.7 km
UTC time
2026-07-07 23:27:00 UTC
Local time
—
Country
—
Source
emsc
Coordinates
34.85410, 26.03580
Temperature
25.7°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 9.7 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 9.7 km
Shallow
9.7 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

  • Santorini
    Distance: 182 km ·Shield(s) ·Elevation: 367 m ·Last eruption: 1950 ·Greece
  • Kolumbo
    Distance: 192 km ·Complex ·Elevation: -18 m ·Last eruption: 1650 ·Greece
  • Nisyros
    Distance: 218 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 698 m ·Last eruption: 1888 ·Greece
  • Milos
    Distance: 251 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 751 m ·Last eruption: 140 ·Greece
  • Methana
    Distance: 391 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 380 m ·Last eruption: -258 ·Greece
  • Kula
    Distance: 470 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 750 m ·Turkiye

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