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M2.2 Depth: 11.9 km

M2.2 Earthquake near Ninotsminda Municipality, Samtskhe-Javakheti (Georgia)

UTC time: 2026-07-19 10:53:00 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.2 earthquake was recorded near Ninotsminda Municipality, Samtskhe-Javakheti (Georgia) on July 19, 2026 at 10:53 UTC. With a focal depth of about 12 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 11.9 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 11.9 km
Shallow
11.9 km
11.9 km — close to the regional average (8.9 km)
Regional average: 8.9 km
Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

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