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M1.7 Depth: 27.0 km

M1.7 Earthquake near Ellas (Greece)

UTC time: 2025-08-24 19:34:49 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 24, 2025 at 19:34 UTC, a magnitude M1.7 earthquake occurred near Ellas (Greece). With a focal depth of about 27 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 NOA. Greece: 98 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.6.

Details

Magnitude
M1.7
Depth
27.0 km
UTC time
2025-08-24 19:34:49 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Greece
City
Ellas
Source
noa
Coordinates
36.52771, 25.60730
Temperature
26.3°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 27 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 27 km
Shallow
27 km
27 km — deeper than the regional average (15 km)
Regional average: 15 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: 11 km ·Complex ·Elevation: -18 m ·Last eruption: 1650 ·Greece
  • Santorini
    Distance: 23 km ·Shield(s) ·Elevation: 367 m ·Last eruption: 1950 ·Greece
  • Milos
    Distance: 106 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 751 m ·Last eruption: 140 ·Greece
  • Nisyros
    Distance: 138 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 698 m ·Last eruption: 1888 ·Greece
  • Methana
    Distance: 235 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 380 m ·Last eruption: -258 ·Greece
  • Kula
    Distance: 343 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 750 m ·Turkiye

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