Location Map (USGS)

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UPDATE: The epicenter of the earthquake was very close to Lepanto, only 2 km NW from the location.

UPDATE: ​It is a good sign that we don’t have any information about serious damage or injuries at this point. This new lower magnitude given by the Institute of Geodynamics may change the outcome of this earthquake.

UPDATE: The earthquake was very well felt in Nafpaktos and Aigion. The Institute of Geodynamics from Greece gives a magnitude of 4.6 and a depth at 17 km.

The earthquake hit at 19:25 local time. The epicenter was very close (27 km) to Patras. As the hypocenter was very shallow there is possibility of some damage close to the epicenter area. There are already reports of some minor damage, falling rubble and  bricks.

Most important Earthquake Data:

Magnitude : 5.2
UTC Time : 17:25:40
Local time at epicenter :19:25:40
Depth (Hypocenter) :6.9
Geo-location(s) :
27 km (16 miles) NE (34°) from Patras, Greece

for more information, updates, etc., go to:    http://earthquake-report.com/2011/11/10/strong-shallow-in-greece-near-patras/