M2.3 Depth: 10.0 km

M2.3 Earthquake near Dajt (Albania)

UTC time: 2026-08-28 16:49:33 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 28, 2026 at 16:49 UTC, a magnitude M2.3 earthquake occurred near Dajt (Albania). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M2.3

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2026-08-28 16:49:33 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Albania

City

Dajt

County

Tirana County

Village

Selbë

Source

emsc

Coordinates

41.27000, 19.98000

Temperature

25.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — close to 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

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