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M1.0 Depth: -1.2 km

M1.0 Earthquake near Glières-Val-de-Borne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes (France)

UTC time: 2026-03-02 02:33:57 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M1.0 earthquake was recorded near Glières-Val-de-Borne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes (France) on March 2, 2026 at 02:33 UTC. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

France: 21 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M2.6.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: -1.2 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km -1.2 km
Shallow
-1.2 km
0 km — shallower than the regional average (5.7 km)
Regional average: 5.7 km
Negative depth = focus above sea level (terrain elevation).
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: 264 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 1'464 m ·Last eruption: -4040 ·France
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    Distance: 472 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 600 m ·Last eruption: -8300 ·Germany

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