M1.4 Depth: 5.0 km

M1.4 Earthquake near LIECHTENSTEIN (Liechtenstein)

UTC time: 2025-05-02 04:33:13 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 2, 2025 at 04:33 UTC, a magnitude M1.4 earthquake occurred near LIECHTENSTEIN (Liechtenstein). 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.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M1.4

Depth

5.0 km

UTC time

2025-05-02 04:33:13 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Liechtenstein

City

Triesen

Source

emsc

Coordinates

47.08070, 9.54090

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

5 km

5 km — close to the regional average (3.7 km)

Regional average: 3.7 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: 396 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 600 m ·Last eruption: -8300 ·Germany

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