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M0.2 Depth: -0.7 km

M0.2 Earthquake near Andermatt, Uri (Switzerland)

UTC time: 2026-01-23 18:34:47 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On January 23, 2026 at 18:34 UTC, a magnitude M0.2 earthquake occurred near Andermatt, Uri (Switzerland). Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by ETHZ/SED.

Details

Magnitude
M0.2
Depth
-0.7 km
UTC time
2026-01-23 18:34:47 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Switzerland
State
Uri
City
Andermatt
County
Korporation Ursern
Village
Andermatt
Source
ethz
Coordinates
46.64437, 8.58167

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: -0.7 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km -0.7 km
Shallow
-0.7 km
0 km — shallower than the regional average (5.1 km)
Regional average: 5.1 km
Negative depth = focus above sea level (terrain elevation).
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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