M1.2 Depth: 3.0 km

M1.2 Earthquake near Zeerijp (Netherlands)

UTC time: 2026-01-01 14:45:28 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M1.2 earthquake was recorded near Zeerijp (Netherlands) on January 1, 2026 at 14:45 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 3 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by KNMI.

Details

Magnitude

M1.2

Depth

3.0 km

UTC time

2026-01-01 14:45:28 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Netherlands

City

Groningen

Source

knmi

Coordinates

53.34900, 6.76800

Temperature

3.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

3 km

3 km — shallower than the regional average (14.8 km)

Regional average: 14.8 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: 354 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 600 m ·Last eruption: -8300 ·Germany

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