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M1.2 Depth: 9.0 km

M1.2 Earthquake near Mörsdorf, Rheinland-Pfalz (Germany)

UTC time: 2026-09-02 01:37:28 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M1.2 earthquake was recorded near Mörsdorf, Rheinland-Pfalz (Germany) on September 2, 2026 at 01:37 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 9 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

Germany: 4 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M1.3.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 9 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 9 km
Shallow
9 km
9 km — close to the regional average (6.9 km)
Regional average: 6.9 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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    Distance: 37 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 600 m ·Last eruption: -8300 ·Germany

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