M1.9 Depth: 12.0 km

M1.9 Earthquake near Agra, Apokentromene Dioikese Aigaiou (Greece)

UTC time: 2026-01-06 17:22:05 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On January 6, 2026 at 17:22 UTC, a magnitude M1.9 earthquake occurred near Agra, Apokentromene Dioikese Aigaiou (Greece). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 12 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 EMSC. Greece: 63 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.0.

Details

Magnitude

M1.9

Depth

12.0 km

UTC time

2026-01-06 17:22:05 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Greece

State

Apokentromene Dioikese Aigaiou

City

Agra

County

Periphereiake Enoteta Lesbou

Village

Agra

Source

emsc

Coordinates

39.13750, 26.06890

Temperature

18.5°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

12 km

12 km — shallower than the regional average (15.1 km)

Regional average: 15.1 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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