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M1.2 Depth: 18.1 km

M1.2 Earthquake near Ekklisochori, Epirus (Greece)

UTC time: 2026-06-23 02:34:03 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On June 23, 2026 at 02:34 UTC, a magnitude M1.2 earthquake occurred near Ekklisochori, Epirus (Greece). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 18 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 NOA. Greece: 74 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.5.

Details

Magnitude
M1.2
Depth
18.1 km
UTC time
2026-06-23 02:34:03 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Greece
State
Epirus
City
Ekklisochori
County
Ioannina Regional Unit
Village
Ekklisochori
Source
noa
Coordinates
39.69406, 20.56778
Temperature
20.8°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 18.1 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 18.1 km
Shallow
18.1 km
18.1 km — close to the regional average (15.2 km)
Regional average: 15.2 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

Volcanoes nearby

  • Methana
    Distance: 333 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 380 m ·Last eruption: -258 ·Greece
  • Stromboli
    Distance: 472 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 924 m ·Last eruption: 2026 ·Italy
  • Milos
    Distance: 475 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 751 m ·Last eruption: 140 ·Greece
  • Panarea
    Distance: 489 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 399 m ·Italy
  • Palinuro
    Distance: 492 km ·Compound ·Elevation: -70 m ·Last eruption: -8040 ·Italy

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