M3.5 Depth: 4.9 km

M3.5 Earthquake near CZECH REPUBLIC (Czechia)

UTC time: 2026-01-01 17:04:52 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On January 1, 2026 at 17:04 UTC, a magnitude M3.5 earthquake occurred near CZECH REPUBLIC (Czechia). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 5 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.5

Depth

4.9 km

UTC time

2026-01-01 17:04:52 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Czechia

City

Karlovarský kraj

Source

emsc

Coordinates

50.25700, 12.45800

Temperature

-2.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

4.9 km

4.9 km — close to the regional average (5.5 km)

Regional average: 5.5 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: 399 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 600 m ·Last eruption: -8300 ·Germany

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