M3.2 Depth: 20.0 km

M3.2 Earthquake near Chocianów, Lower Silesian Voivodeship (Poland)

UTC time: 2025-02-08 22:22:40 UTC Local time:
M3.2 earthquake near Chocianów on Feb 8, 2025 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M3.2 Earthquake near Chocianów, Lower Silesian Voivodeship (Poland) · 2025-02-08 22:22:40 UTC

About this earthquake

On February 8, 2025 at 22:22 UTC, a magnitude M3.2 earthquake occurred near Chocianów, Lower Silesian Voivodeship (Poland). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 20 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by GEUS.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 20 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 20 km
Shallow
20 km
20 km — deeper than the regional average (8.1 km)
Regional average: 8.1 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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