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M1.3 Depth: -1.6 km

M1.3 Earthquake near Walenstadt, St. Gallen (Switzerland)

UTC time: 2026-05-06 17:48:57 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 6, 2026 at 17:48 UTC, a magnitude M1.3 earthquake occurred near Walenstadt, St. Gallen (Switzerland). Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: -1.6 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km -1.6 km
Shallow
-1.6 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.

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  • West Eifel Volcanic Field
    Distance: 388 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 600 m ·Last eruption: -8300 ·Germany

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