M1.6
Depth:
0.0 km
M1.6 Earthquake near Amoeiro, Galicia (Spain)
About this earthquake
A magnitude M1.6 earthquake was recorded near Amoeiro, Galicia (Spain) on January 27, 2026 at 19:49 UTC. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.
The event was recorded by EMSC. Spain: 5 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M2.3.
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Depth profile
Shallow
0 km
0 km — shallower than the regional average (10.1 km)
Regional average: 10.1 km
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Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.
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