M4.3 earthquake: Greece
According to EMSC, a magnitude 4.3 earthquake struck near Greece on October 17, 2026. It was recorded at 02:57 AM GMT+3 at a depth of 11 km.
Magnitude and location may later be revised by EMSC.
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Magnitude
M4.3
Mw · Light
Depth
11 km
Shallow
Time (UTC)
11:57:50 PM
October 16, 2026
Local time
02:57 AM
October 17, 2026 · GMT+3
Nearest towns and cities
The epicenter was about 74 km from Agrinio.
- Agrinio · 74 km SW
- Patra · 92 km W
- Ioanina · 155 km S
- Kalamata · 187 km NW
- Larissa · 213 km SW
Earthquakes recorded nearby afterwards
Since this earthquake, 1 earthquake have been recorded within 50 km of the epicenter; the largest was M2.7.
| Time (UTC) | Magnitude | Depth | Location | Distance | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M2.7 | 6.0 km | Greece | 47 km | EMSC |
Earthquake history of the area
From 1990 until this earthquake, 361 earthquakes of magnitude 4.5 or greater were recorded within 100 km of the epicenter. The largest was an M6.8 earthquake on October 25, 2018.
Frequently asked questions
Where was the October 17, 2026 earthquake near Greece?
The earthquake occurred near Greece at 38.280° N, 20.680° E, at a depth of 11 km. The nearest town was Agrinio, about 74 km away.
How strong was the earthquake near Greece?
EMSC reported a magnitude of Mw 4.3 (light). How strongly it was felt, and any damage, also depend on depth, distance from the epicenter and local ground conditions.
Were there aftershocks after the earthquake near Greece?
Since this earthquake, 1 earthquake have been recorded within 50 km of the epicenter; the largest was M2.7.