M2.2 Depth: 10.0 km

M2.2 Earthquake near Ellas (Greece)

UTC time: 2026-04-29 20:09:01 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On April 29, 2026 at 20:09 UTC, a magnitude M2.2 earthquake occurred near Ellas (Greece). 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 NOA. Greece: 62 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.9.

Details

Magnitude

M2.2

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2026-04-29 20:09:01 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Greece

City

Ellas

Source

noa

Coordinates

35.89472, 25.80666

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than 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

Santorini

Distance: 68 km ·Shield(s) ·Elevation: 367 m ·Last eruption: 1950 ·Greece
Kolumbo

Distance: 76 km ·Complex ·Elevation: -18 m ·Last eruption: 1650 ·Greece
Nisyros

Distance: 143 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 698 m ·Last eruption: 1888 ·Greece
Milos

Distance: 152 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 751 m ·Last eruption: 140 ·Greece
Methana

Distance: 292 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 380 m ·Last eruption: -258 ·Greece
Kula

Distance: 383 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 750 m ·Turkiye

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