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M3.5 Depth: 15.0 km

M3.5 Earthquake near Cepo (Albania)

UTC time: 2026-02-11 12:15:08 UTC Local time: —
M3.5 earthquake near Cepo on Feb 11, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M3.5 Earthquake near Cepo (Albania) · 2026-02-11 12:15:08 UTC

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.5 earthquake was recorded near Cepo (Albania) on February 11, 2026 at 12:15 UTC. With a focal depth of about 15 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.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M3.5
Depth
15.0 km
UTC time
2026-02-11 12:15:08 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Albania
City
Cepo
County
Qarku i Gjirokastrës
Village
Plesat
Source
emsc
Coordinates
40.14900, 20.05200
Temperature
11.8°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 15 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 15 km
Shallow
15 km
15 km — close to the regional average (12.6 km)
Regional average: 12.6 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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