M1.8 Depth: 5.0 km

M1.8 Earthquake near Orikum, Shqipëria Jugore (Albania)

UTC time: 2026-05-20 07:41:05 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 20, 2026 at 07:41 UTC, a magnitude M1.8 earthquake occurred near Orikum, Shqipëria Jugore (Albania). With a focal depth of about 5 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by NOA.

Details

Magnitude

M1.8

Depth

5.0 km

UTC time

2026-05-20 07:41:05 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Albania

State

Shqipëria Jugore

City

Orikum

County

Qarku i Vlorës

Village

Tragjas

Source

noa

Coordinates

40.31717, 19.54394

Temperature

19.0°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

5 km

5 km — shallower than the regional average (12.7 km)

Regional average: 12.7 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

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