M2.3 Depth: 5.0 km

M2.3 Earthquake near Rizo, Epirus (Greece)

UTC time: 2026-07-05 07:48:58 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.3 earthquake was recorded near Rizo, Epirus (Greece) on July 5, 2026 at 07:48 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 5 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The data is provided by NOA and cross-checked across seismological networks. Greece: 84 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.1.

Details

Magnitude

M2.3

Depth

5.0 km

UTC time

2026-07-05 07:48:58 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Greece

State

Epirus

City

Rizo

County

Ioannina Regional Unit

Village

Rizo

Source

noa

Coordinates

39.69993, 20.51919

Temperature

24.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

5 km

5 km — shallower than 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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Milos

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Palinuro

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