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M2.3 Depth: 18.4 km

M2.3 Earthquake near Melikouri, Kypros (Cyprus)

UTC time: 2026-02-14 12:59:39 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.3 earthquake was recorded near Melikouri, Kypros (Cyprus) on February 14, 2026 at 12:59 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 18 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The data is provided by EMSC and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude
M2.3
Depth
18.4 km
UTC time
2026-02-14 12:59:39 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Cyprus
State
Kypros
City
Melikouri
County
Symplegma Koinoteton Boreias Marathasas
Village
Melikouri
Source
emsc
Coordinates
34.92600, 32.70220
Temperature
13.5°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 18.4 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 18.4 km
Shallow
18.4 km
18.4 km — shallower than the regional average (25.5 km)
Regional average: 25.5 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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