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M3.8 Depth: 10.0 km

M3.8 Earthquake near Hysgjokaj (Albania)

UTC time: 2026-08-19 10:44:49 UTC Local time: —
M3.8 earthquake near Hysgjokaj on Aug 19, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M3.8 Earthquake near Hysgjokaj (Albania) · 2026-08-19 10:44:49 UTC

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.8 earthquake was recorded near Hysgjokaj (Albania) on August 19, 2026 at 10:44 UTC. With a focal depth of about 10 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

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Details

Magnitude
M3.8
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2026-08-19 10:44:49 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Albania
City
Hysgjokaj
County
Fier County
Village
Hysgjokaj
Source
emsc
Coordinates
40.97000, 19.79000
Temperature
35.6°C

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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 (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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