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M3.2 Depth: 5.0 km

M3.2 Earthquake near Alhendín, Andalusia (Spain)

UTC time: 2026-08-18 20:35:40 UTC Local time: —
M3.2 earthquake near Alhendín on Aug 18, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M3.2 Earthquake near Alhendín, Andalusia (Spain) · 2026-08-18 20:35:40 UTC

About this earthquake

On August 18, 2026 at 20:35 UTC, a magnitude M3.2 earthquake occurred near Alhendín, Andalusia (Spain). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 5 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The data is provided by EMSC and cross-checked across seismological networks. Spain: over the past 24 hours, QuakeMap24 logged 24 earthquakes, the strongest at M3.3.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 5 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 5 km
Shallow
5 km
5 km — shallower than the regional average (9.8 km)
Regional average: 9.8 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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    Distance: 199 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'117 m ·Last eruption: -3600 ·Spain

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