M4.5 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.5 Earthquake near Greece [Land]

UTC time: 2026-04-06 04:20:48 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On April 6, 2026 at 04:20 UTC, a magnitude M4.5 earthquake occurred near Greece [Land]. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.5

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2026-04-06 04:20:48 UTC

Local time

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Country

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Source

ingv

Coordinates

39.70250, 20.87220

Temperature

13.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 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

Volcanoes nearby

Methana

Distance: 315 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 380 m ·Last eruption: -258 ·Greece
Milos

Distance: 457 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 751 m ·Last eruption: 140 ·Greece
Stromboli

Distance: 498 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 924 m ·Last eruption: 2026 ·Italy

Stats (last 24h)

Global (24h)

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Country (24h)

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