M1.2 Depth: 6.9 km

M1.2 Earthquake near SWITZERLAND (Switzerland)

UTC time: 2025-05-09 04:21:14 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M1.2 earthquake was recorded near SWITZERLAND (Switzerland) on May 9, 2025 at 04:21 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 7 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M1.2

Depth

6.9 km

UTC time

2025-05-09 04:21:14 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Switzerland

City

Graubünden/Grischun/Grigioni

Source

emsc

Coordinates

46.73650, 9.52690

Temperature

-1.7°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

6.9 km

6.9 km — close to the regional average (5.1 km)

Regional average: 5.1 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

Volcanoes nearby

West Eifel Volcanic Field

Distance: 430 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 600 m ·Last eruption: -8300 ·Germany

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