M1.3 Depth: 0.0 km

M1.3 Earthquake near Bettens, Vaud (Switzerland)

UTC time: 2026-04-21 11:16:47 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M1.3 earthquake was recorded near Bettens, Vaud (Switzerland) on April 21, 2026 at 11:16 UTC. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by RESIF.

Details

Magnitude

M1.3

Depth

0.0 km

UTC time

2026-04-21 11:16:47 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Switzerland

State

Vaud

City

Bettens

County

District du Gros-de-Vaud

Village

Bettens

Source

resif

Coordinates

46.62180, 6.58175

Temperature

17.9°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

0 km

0 km — shallower than 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

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