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M3.3 Depth: 39.7 km

M3.3 Earthquake near Sainte-Thérence, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes (France)

UTC time: 2026-03-09 23:06:05 UTC Local time: —
M3.3 earthquake near Sainte-Thérence on Mar 9, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M3.3 Earthquake near Sainte-Thérence, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes (France) · 2026-03-09 23:06:05 UTC

About this earthquake

On March 9, 2026 at 23:06 UTC, a magnitude M3.3 earthquake occurred near Sainte-Thérence, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes (France). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 40 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by RESIF. France: 19 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M2.6.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 39.7 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 39.7 km
Shallow
39.7 km
39.7 km — deeper than the regional average (5.7 km)
Regional average: 5.7 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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