M1.4 Depth: 20.3 km

M1.4 Earthquake near Qytezë (Albania)

UTC time: 2026-08-25 23:16:45 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 25, 2026 at 23:16 UTC, a magnitude M1.4 earthquake occurred near Qytezë (Albania). With a focal depth of about 20 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by NOA.

Details

Magnitude

M1.4

Depth

20.3 km

UTC time

2026-08-25 23:16:45 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Albania

City

Qytezë

County

Korçë County

Village

Qytezë

Source

noa

Coordinates

40.48300, 20.88165

Temperature

18.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

20.3 km

20.3 km — deeper than the regional average (12.7 km)

Regional average: 12.7 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: 382 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 380 m ·Last eruption: -258 ·Greece

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