M4.6 Earthquake 52 km NE of Santa Marina Salina, Italy — June 13, 2026
2026-06-13 17:28:12 UTC (3 hours ago) · approx. 6:28 PM UTC+1 local
On June 13, 2026 at 17:28 UTC, a magnitude 4.6 intermediate depth earthquake struck 52 km NE of Santa Marina Salina, Italy, at a depth of 219.8 km and coordinates 38.9056°, 15.2833°. This earthquake was detected by 79 seismic stations with excellent location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 326, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.6 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 120 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 899 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.
Learn more: Magnitude scale · Aftershock sequences
Earthquake Details
15.2833°E
Technical Information
Nearby Earthquakes (Last 7 Days)
Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.6 earthquake near Santa Marina Salina, Italy?
The magnitude 4.6 earthquake that struck 52 km NE of Santa Marina Salina, Italy on June 13, 2026 at 17:28 UTC had a depth of 219.8 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at 38.9056°, 15.2833°, which is 52 km NE of Santa Marina Salina, Italy. View all earthquakes in Italy.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.6 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 4.6 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: us7000ssq3). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, June 13, 2026). M4.6 Earthquake 52 km NE of Santa Marina Salina, Italy — June 13, 2026. Retrieved June 13, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us7000ssq3/