M2.8 Depth: 12.3 km

M2.8 Earthquake near Sigri, Northern Aegean (Greece)

UTC time: 2026-07-10 10:14:19 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On July 10, 2026 at 10:14 UTC, a magnitude M2.8 earthquake occurred near Sigri, Northern Aegean (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: 61 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.6.

Details

Magnitude

M2.8

Depth

12.3 km

UTC time

2026-07-10 10:14:19 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Greece

State

Northern Aegean

City

Sigri

County

Lesbos Regional Unit

Village

Sigri

Source

emsc

Coordinates

39.18710, 25.87370

Temperature

23.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

12.3 km

12.3 km — shallower than the regional average (15.4 km)

Regional average: 15.4 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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