M2.5 Depth: 22.2 km

M2.5 Earthquake near Aghlal, Aïn Témouchent (Algeria)

UTC time: 2026-08-10 01:33:18 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 10, 2026 at 01:33 UTC, a magnitude M2.5 earthquake occurred near Aghlal, Aïn Témouchent (Algeria). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 22 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M2.5

Depth

22.2 km

UTC time

2026-08-10 01:33:18 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Algeria

State

Aïn Témouchent

City

Aghlal

County

Ain Kihal District

Village

Aghlal

Source

emsc

Coordinates

35.19330, -1.03160

Temperature

24.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

22.2 km

22.2 km — deeper than the regional average (12.2 km)

Regional average: 12.2 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

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