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M3.6 Depth: 10.0 km

M3.6 Earthquake near Alhendín, Andalusia (Spain)

UTC time: 2026-08-14 16:43:47 UTC Local time: —
M3.6 earthquake near Alhendín on Aug 14, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M3.6 Earthquake near Alhendín, Andalusia (Spain) · 2026-08-14 16:43:47 UTC

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.6 earthquake was recorded near Alhendín, Andalusia (Spain) on August 14, 2026 at 16:43 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Spain: 4 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M2.2.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 km
10 km — close to the regional average (9.6 km)
Regional average: 9.6 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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    Distance: 198 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'117 m ·Last eruption: -3600 ·Spain

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