M2.0 Depth: 15.8 km

M2.0 Earthquake near Chin'ka, Periphereia Epeirou (Greece)

UTC time: 2026-04-07 05:53:01 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On April 7, 2026 at 05:53 UTC, a magnitude M2.0 earthquake occurred near Chin'ka, Periphereia Epeirou (Greece). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 16 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. Greece: 85 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.6.

Details

Magnitude

M2.0

Depth

15.8 km

UTC time

2026-04-07 05:53:01 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Greece

State

Periphereia Epeirou

City

Chin'ka

County

Periphereiake Enoteta Ioanninon

Village

Chin'ka

Source

noa

Coordinates

39.61945, 20.64240

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Depth profile

Shallow

15.8 km

15.8 km — close to the regional average (15.5 km)

Regional average: 15.5 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

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