Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.4 earthquake 14 km WNW of Palaióchora, Greece
A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck 14 km WNW of Palaióchora, Greece at Jul 7, 2026, 22:18 UTC, at a depth of 17 km. The epicentre was 53 km (33 mi) WSW of Chania. 6 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.4 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Jul 7, 2026, 22:18 UTC |
| Depth | 17.0 km |
| Coordinates | 35.275, 23.527 |
| Felt reports | 6 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6 | 23 km SW of Palaióchora, Greece | 20 km / 12 mi | depth 41 km | |
| 4.1 | 56 km WSW of Kastrí, Greece | 62 km / 39 mi | depth 51 km | |
| 4.1 | 57 km W of Palaióchora, Greece | 43 km / 27 mi | depth 35 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.