M2.1 Depth: 15.0 km

M2.1 Earthquake near Kthellë, Shqipëria Veriore (Albania)

UTC time: 2026-06-02 08:45:52 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.1 earthquake was recorded near Kthellë, Shqipëria Veriore (Albania) on June 2, 2026 at 08:45 UTC. With a focal depth of about 15 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

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Details

Magnitude
M2.1
Depth
15.0 km
UTC time
2026-06-02 08:45:52 UTC
Local time
Country
City
Village
Perlat Qendër
Source
emsc
Coordinates
41.71500, 19.96200
Temperature
17.0°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 15 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 15 km
Shallow
15 km
15 km — close to the regional average (13.3 km)
Regional average: 13.3 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: 499 km ·Compound ·Elevation: -70 m ·Last eruption: -8040 ·Italy

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