M0.5 Depth: 2.8 km

M0.5 Earthquake near Rorbas, Zurich (Switzerland)

UTC time: 2026-07-23 22:53:59 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M0.5 earthquake was recorded near Rorbas, Zurich (Switzerland) on July 23, 2026 at 22:53 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 3 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M0.5

Depth

2.8 km

UTC time

2026-07-23 22:53:59 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Switzerland

State

Zurich

City

Rorbas

County

Bezirk Bülach

Village

Rorbas

Source

emsc

Coordinates

47.54460, 8.55850

Temperature

14.6°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

2.8 km

2.8 km — close to the regional average (4.9 km)

Regional average: 4.9 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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