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M1.7 Depth: 13.0 km

M1.7 Earthquake near NW Balkan Region (North Macedonia)

UTC time: 2025-08-28 23:53:55 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M1.7 earthquake was recorded near NW Balkan Region (North Macedonia) on August 28, 2025 at 23:53 UTC. With a focal depth of about 13 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by NOA.

Details

Magnitude
M1.7
Depth
13.0 km
UTC time
2025-08-28 23:53:55 UTC
Local time
—
Country
North Macedonia
City
Seremenin
Source
noa
Coordinates
41.25137, 22.34757
Temperature
15.6°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 13 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 13 km
Shallow
13 km
13 km — close to the regional average (13 km)
Regional average: 13 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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  • Methana
    Distance: 413 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 380 m ·Last eruption: -258 ·Greece

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