M2.0 Depth: 10.0 km

M2.0 Earthquake near Myrsine, Epirus (Greece)

UTC time: 2026-08-06 07:15:48 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 6, 2026 at 07:15 UTC, a magnitude M2.0 earthquake occurred near Myrsine, Epirus (Greece). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 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 NOA. Greece: 108 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.9.

Details

Magnitude

M2.0

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2026-08-06 07:15:48 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Greece

State

Epirus

City

Myrsine

County

Preveza Regional Unit

Village

Myrsine

Source

noa

Coordinates

39.15664, 20.62601

Temperature

26.7°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (14.9 km)

Regional average: 14.9 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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