M2.7 Depth: 23.4 km

M2.7 Earthquake near Maroc ⵍⵎⵖⵔⵉⴱ almghrb (Morocco)

UTC time: 2026-05-18 05:16:48 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.7 earthquake was recorded near Maroc ⵍⵎⵖⵔⵉⴱ almghrb (Morocco) on May 18, 2026 at 05:16 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 23 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 EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M2.7

Depth

23.4 km

UTC time

2026-05-18 05:16:48 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Morocco

City

Maroc ⵍⵎⵖⵔⵉⴱ almghrb

Source

emsc

Coordinates

35.28480, -4.61510

Temperature

17.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

23.4 km

23.4 km — deeper than the regional average (18.4 km)

Regional average: 18.4 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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Calatrava Volcanic Field

Distance: 402 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'117 m ·Last eruption: -3600 ·Spain

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