M1.2 Depth: 9.6 km

M1.2 Earthquake near Pyrga Larnacas, Kypros (Cyprus)

UTC time: 2026-02-27 09:18:27 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M1.2 earthquake was recorded near Pyrga Larnacas, Kypros (Cyprus) on February 27, 2026 at 09:18 UTC. 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

M1.2

Depth

9.6 km

UTC time

2026-02-27 09:18:27 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Cyprus

State

Kypros

City

Pyrga Larnacas

County

Symplegma Koinoteton Tremithou Potamou

Village

Pyrga

Source

emsc

Coordinates

34.91730, 33.41420

Temperature

12.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

9.6 km

9.6 km — shallower than the regional average (25.5 km)

Regional average: 25.5 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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