M1.8 Depth: 9.0 km

M1.8 Earthquake near Schiers, Graubünden/Grischun/Grigioni (Switzerland)

UTC time: 2025-11-11 14:29:50 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

A magnitude M1.8 earthquake was recorded near Schiers, Graubünden/Grischun/Grigioni (Switzerland) on November 11, 2025 at 14:29 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 9 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

Switzerland: 3 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M1.7.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 9 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 9 km
Shallow
9 km
9 km — deeper than the regional average (4.8 km)
Regional average: 4.8 km
Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

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    Distance: 414 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 600 m ·Last eruption: -8300 ·Germany

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