M2.7 Depth: 18.0 km

M2.7 Earthquake near Ambol (Bulgaria)

UTC time: 2025-08-31 23:48:33 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.7 earthquake was recorded near Ambol (Bulgaria) on August 31, 2025 at 23:48 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 18 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by AFAD.

Details

Magnitude

M2.7

Depth

18.0 km

UTC time

2025-08-31 23:48:33 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Bulgaria

City

Ambol

Source

afad

Coordinates

42.53222, 26.51583

Temperature

18.2°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

18 km

18 km — deeper than the regional average (12.5 km)

Regional average: 12.5 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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