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M1.5 Depth: 17.4 km

M1.5 Earthquake near WESTERN MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Spain)

UTC time: 2025-08-27 00:26:25 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 27, 2025 at 00:26 UTC, a magnitude M1.5 earthquake occurred near WESTERN MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Spain). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 17 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. Spain: 9 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M2.1.

Details

Magnitude
M1.5
Depth
17.4 km
UTC time
2025-08-27 00:26:25 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Spain
Source
emsc
Coordinates
36.66230, -1.93490
Temperature
25.5°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 17.4 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 17.4 km
Shallow
17.4 km
17.4 km — deeper than the regional average (10.1 km)
Regional average: 10.1 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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  • Calatrava Volcanic Field
    Distance: 306 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'117 m ·Last eruption: -3600 ·Spain

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