M4.7 Earthquake 5 km WSW of Licinella-Torre di Paestum, Italy — February 21, 2026
2026-02-21 00:28:44 UTC (2026-02-21) · approx. 1:28 AM UTC+1 local
On February 21, 2026 at 00:28 UTC, a magnitude 4.7 intermediate depth earthquake struck 5 km WSW of Licinella-Torre di Paestum, Italy, at a depth of 299.4 km and coordinates 40.3887°, 14.9323°. This earthquake was detected by 119 seismic stations with excellent location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 340, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.7 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 169 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 1.1 km — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
The epicenter is located in Italy, a region characterized by the Apennine extensional belt and Calabrian subduction zone, where Africa-Eurasia convergence produces complex faulting. View all earthquakes in Italy.
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Earthquake Details
14.9323°E
Technical Information
Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.7 earthquake near Licinella-Torre di Paestum, Italy?
The magnitude 4.7 earthquake that struck 5 km WSW of Licinella-Torre di Paestum, Italy on February 21, 2026 at 00:28 UTC had a depth of 299.4 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at 40.3887°, 14.9323°, which is 5 km WSW of Licinella-Torre di Paestum, Italy. View all earthquakes in Italy.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.7 earthquakes can continue for several days and gradually diminish over time.
Has Italy had earthquakes this big before?
The largest recorded earthquake in Italy was the M7.2 Messina earthquake of December 28, 1908. Today's magnitude 4.7 event is significantly smaller than that historical record.
What should I do after an earthquake?
If you were in the affected area: check yourself and others for injuries, inspect your home for damage, and be prepared for aftershocks. For detailed guidance, see our earthquake safety guide and emergency planning resources.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us6000sajm). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, February 21, 2026). M4.7 Earthquake 5 km WSW of Licinella-Torre di Paestum, Italy — February 21, 2026. Retrieved May 18, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us6000sajm/