On February 10, 2026, a 4.8–4.9 magnitude earthquake occurred near Prizren in Kosovo, with tremors felt across Serbia, Kosovo, North Macedonia, Albania and Montenegro. Citizens reported ground shaking lasting several seconds, prompting many to exit buildings, though there are no confirmed reports of significant damage or injuries. Observers note the extensive reach of the quake across the region, highlighting the seismic activity in the Western Balkans.
Magnitude and Epicenter
A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 4.8–4.9 on the Richter scale struck on the evening of February 10, 2026 in the wider Prizren area in Kosovo, according to reports and seismological data. The quake occurred at a shallow depth of about 5 km, with preliminary data from the Serbian Hydrometeorological Institute and the Euro-Mediterranean Seismological Centre indicating a magnitude between 4.8 and 4.9.
Regions Where the Quake Was Felt
The tremors were felt across a broad area:
Serbia : Strong shaking was reported in Belgrade, Niš, southern provinces and other cities. Residents described the ground motion lasting several seconds, with furniture swaying and people rushing outside.
Kosovo : The quake was felt strongly throughout Kosovo, including Prizren, North Mitrovica, Leposavić, Gračanica and Štrpce.
Neighboring Countries : Reports indicate that the quake was also perceived in North Macedonia, Albania and Montenegro.
Images circulating on social media showed people evacuating buildings and panicked reactions, especially in ski resort areas like Brezovica where guests were seen running outside during the strongest shaking.
Impact and Public Reaction
Though there are currently no confirmed reports of major structural damage or casualties, the intensity of the shaking prompted noticeable reactions:
In residential buildings, especially on higher floors, people felt the quake strongly, with reports of swaying furniture and chandeliers.
In Niš, residents noted ground shaking that lasted around ten seconds.
Some local businesses in southern parts of Kosovo reported minor damage.
The Serbian public widely shared their experiences on social media, describing the quake as brief but intense, and felt across multiple urban centers.
