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M3.3 Depth: 24.8 km

M3.3 Earthquake near Ellas (Greece)

UTC time: 2026-03-17 21:16:35 UTC Local time: —
M3.3 earthquake near Ellas on Mar 17, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M3.3 Earthquake near Ellas (Greece) · 2026-03-17 21:16:35 UTC

About this earthquake

On March 17, 2026 at 21:16 UTC, a magnitude M3.3 earthquake occurred near Ellas (Greece). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 25 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by NOA. Greece: 74 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.0.

Details

Magnitude
M3.3
Depth
24.8 km
UTC time
2026-03-17 21:16:35 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Greece
City
Ellas
Source
noa
Coordinates
37.22580, 26.44547
Temperature
15.9°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 24.8 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 24.8 km
Shallow
24.8 km
24.8 km — deeper than the regional average (15.1 km)
Regional average: 15.1 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

  • Nisyros
    Distance: 95 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 698 m ·Last eruption: 1888 ·Greece
  • Kolumbo
    Distance: 116 km ·Complex ·Elevation: -18 m ·Last eruption: 1650 ·Greece
  • Santorini
    Distance: 131 km ·Shield(s) ·Elevation: 367 m ·Last eruption: 1950 ·Greece
  • Milos
    Distance: 188 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 751 m ·Last eruption: 140 ·Greece
  • Kula
    Distance: 236 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 750 m ·Turkiye
  • Methana
    Distance: 278 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 380 m ·Last eruption: -258 ·Greece

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