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M3.2 Depth: 15.0 km

M3.2 Earthquake near Ionian Sea

UTC time: 2026-05-21 23:04:32 UTC Local time: —
M3.2 earthquake near Ionian Sea on May 21, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M3.2 Earthquake near Ionian Sea · 2026-05-21 23:04:32 UTC

About this earthquake

On May 21, 2026 at 23:04 UTC, a magnitude M3.2 earthquake occurred near Ionian Sea. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 15 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by NOA.

Details

Magnitude
M3.2
Depth
15.0 km
UTC time
2026-05-21 23:04:32 UTC
Local time
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Country
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Source
noa
Coordinates
37.94266, 19.83536
Temperature
19.2°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 15 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 15 km
Shallow
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

  • Methana
    Distance: 309 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 380 m ·Last eruption: -258 ·Greece
  • Stromboli
    Distance: 414 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 924 m ·Last eruption: 2026 ·Italy
  • Panarea
    Distance: 423 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 399 m ·Italy
  • Etna
    Distance: 425 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 3'357 m ·Last eruption: 2026 ·Italy
  • Vulcano
    Distance: 429 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 500 m ·Last eruption: 1890 ·Italy
  • Milos
    Distance: 430 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 751 m ·Last eruption: 140 ·Greece

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