M1.9 Depth: 4.9 km

M1.9 Earthquake near Milhostov, Karlovarský kraj (Czechia)

UTC time: 2026-02-09 12:02:42 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On February 9, 2026 at 12:02 UTC, a magnitude M1.9 earthquake occurred near Milhostov, Karlovarský kraj (Czechia). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 5 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

Details

Magnitude

M1.9

Depth

4.9 km

UTC time

2026-02-09 12:02:42 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Czechia

State

Karlovarský kraj

City

Milhostov

County

SO ORP Cheb

Village

Milhostov

Source

emsc_de

Coordinates

50.15900, 12.49800

Temperature

1.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

4.9 km

4.9 km — close to the regional average (5.6 km)

Regional average: 5.6 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: 402 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 600 m ·Last eruption: -8300 ·Germany

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