M3.7 Depth: 8.0 km

M3.7 Earthquake near Qendër Bulgarec, Shqipëria Jugore (Albania)

UTC time: 2026-02-04 18:50:26 UTC Local time:
M3.7 earthquake near Qendër Bulgarec on Feb 4, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M3.7 Earthquake near Qendër Bulgarec, Shqipëria Jugore (Albania) · 2026-02-04 18:50:26 UTC

About this earthquake

On February 4, 2026 at 18:50 UTC, a magnitude M3.7 earthquake occurred near Qendër Bulgarec, Shqipëria Jugore (Albania). With a focal depth of about 8 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by NOA. Albania: 6 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M2.3.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 8 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 8 km
Shallow
8 km
8 km — shallower than the regional average (13.2 km)
Regional average: 13.2 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

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