M2.3 Depth: 0.0 km

M2.3 Earthquake near Breitenborn, Hessen (Germany)

UTC time: 2026-07-07 08:41:20 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.3 earthquake was recorded near Breitenborn, Hessen (Germany) on July 7, 2026 at 08:41 UTC. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

Details

Magnitude

M2.3

Depth

0.0 km

UTC time

2026-07-07 08:41:20 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Germany

State

Hessen

City

Breitenborn

County

Main-Kinzig-Kreis

Village

Breitenborn

Source

emsc_de

Coordinates

50.25400, 9.22300

Temperature

21.9°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

0 km

0 km — shallower than the regional average (6.9 km)

Regional average: 6.9 km

Why depth matters

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

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West Eifel Volcanic Field

Distance: 169 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 600 m ·Last eruption: -8300 ·Germany

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