M1.6 Depth: 1.3 km

M1.6 Earthquake near Muotathal, Schwyz (Switzerland)

UTC time: 2026-01-11 21:19:39 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M1.6 earthquake was recorded near Muotathal, Schwyz (Switzerland) on January 11, 2026 at 21:19 UTC. With a focal depth of about 1 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M1.6

Depth

1.3 km

UTC time

2026-01-11 21:19:39 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Switzerland

State

Schwyz

City

Muotathal

County

Schwyz

Village

Muotathal

Source

emsc

Coordinates

46.97820, 8.71750

Temperature

-3.8°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

1.3 km

1.3 km — shallower than the regional average (5.1 km)

Regional average: 5.1 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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