M4.5 Earthquake 46 km WNW of Favignana, Italy — February 14, 2026
2026-02-14 22:48:46 UTC (2026-02-14) · approx. 11:48 PM UTC+1 local
On February 14, 2026 at 22:48 UTC, a magnitude 4.5 shallow crustal earthquake struck 46 km WNW of Favignana, Italy, at a depth of 10.0 km and coordinates 38.1606°, 11.8888°. This earthquake was detected by 25 seismic stations with good location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 312, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.5 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 85 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 767 m — 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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Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.5 earthquake near Favignana, Italy?
The magnitude 4.5 earthquake that struck 46 km WNW of Favignana, Italy on February 14, 2026 at 22:48 UTC had a depth of 10.0 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at 38.1606°, 11.8888°, which is 46 km WNW of Favignana, Italy. View all earthquakes in Italy.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.5 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 4.5 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: us7000s0t7). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, February 14, 2026). M4.5 Earthquake 46 km WNW of Favignana, Italy — February 14, 2026. Retrieved May 12, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us7000s0t7/