M2.1 Depth: 7.3 km

M2.1 Earthquake near qbt alshykh, mhafzt hlb (Syria)

UTC time: 2026-04-16 14:48:43 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On April 16, 2026 at 14:48 UTC, a magnitude M2.1 earthquake occurred near qbt alshykh, mhafzt hlb (Syria). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 7 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

M2.1

Depth

7.3 km

UTC time

2026-04-16 14:48:43 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Syria

State

mhafzt hlb

City

qbt alshykh

County

mntqt albab

Village

qbt alshykh

Source

emsc

Coordinates

36.45940, 37.49670

Temperature

17.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

7.3 km

7.3 km — close to the regional average (8.9 km)

Regional average: 8.9 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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