M2.5 Depth: 7.9 km

M2.5 Earthquake near Sistrans, Tyrol (Austria)

UTC time: 2026-09-02 15:26:55 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.5 earthquake was recorded near Sistrans, Tyrol (Austria) on September 2, 2026 at 15:26 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 8 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

M2.5

Depth

7.9 km

UTC time

2026-09-02 15:26:55 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Austria

State

Tyrol

City

Sistrans

County

Bezirk Innsbruck-Land

Village

Sistrans

Source

emsc

Coordinates

47.22950, 11.46150

Temperature

17.8°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

7.9 km

7.9 km — close to the regional average (9.6 km)

Regional average: 9.6 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: 470 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 600 m ·Last eruption: -8300 ·Germany

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