M2.2 Depth: 17.2 km

M2.2 Earthquake near Zerbochori, Periphereia Epeirou (Greece)

UTC time: 2026-04-07 08:41:08 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On April 7, 2026 at 08:41 UTC, a magnitude M2.2 earthquake occurred near Zerbochori, Periphereia Epeirou (Greece). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 17 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by NOA. Greece: 48 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.6.

Details

Magnitude

M2.2

Depth

17.2 km

UTC time

2026-04-07 08:41:08 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Greece

State

Periphereia Epeirou

City

Zerbochori

County

Periphereiake Enoteta Thesprotias

Village

Zerbochori

Source

noa

Coordinates

39.40109, 20.54855

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

17.2 km

17.2 km — close to the regional average (15.2 km)

Regional average: 15.2 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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