M1.1 Depth: 0.4 km

M1.1 Earthquake near Gaschurn, Vorarlberg (Austria)

UTC time: 2026-08-05 00:30:10 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 5, 2026 at 00:30 UTC, a magnitude M1.1 earthquake occurred near Gaschurn, Vorarlberg (Austria). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 0 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M1.1

Depth

0.4 km

UTC time

2026-08-05 00:30:10 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Austria

State

Vorarlberg

City

Gaschurn

County

Bezirk Bludenz

Source

emsc

Coordinates

46.86470, 10.07060

Temperature

19.9°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

0.4 km

0.4 km — shallower than the regional average (9.7 km)

Regional average: 9.7 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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West Eifel Volcanic Field

Distance: 437 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 600 m ·Last eruption: -8300 ·Germany

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