M1.3 Depth: -0.9 km

M1.3 Earthquake near Walenstadt SG (Switzerland)

UTC time: 2025-10-28 15:40:29 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M1.3 earthquake was recorded near Walenstadt SG (Switzerland) on October 28, 2025 at 15:40 UTC. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The data is provided by ETHZ/SED and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude

M1.3

Depth

-0.9 km

UTC time

2025-10-28 15:40:29 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Switzerland

City

St. Gallen

Source

ethz

Coordinates

47.10469, 9.20248

Temperature

-2.0°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

-0.9 km

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

Regional average: 5.1 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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West Eifel Volcanic Field

Distance: 382 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 600 m ·Last eruption: -8300 ·Germany
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