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M2.2 Depth: 0.6 km

M2.2 Earthquake near SWITZERLAND (Switzerland)

UTC time: 2025-07-16 15:44:47 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On July 16, 2025 at 15:44 UTC, a magnitude M2.2 earthquake occurred near SWITZERLAND (Switzerland). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 1 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. Switzerland: 3 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M1.7.

Details

Magnitude
M2.2
Depth
0.6 km
UTC time
2025-07-16 15:44:47 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Switzerland
City
Graubünden/Grischun/Grigioni
Source
emsc
Coordinates
47.04910, 9.68500
Temperature
18.0°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 0.6 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 0.6 km
Shallow
0.6 km
0.6 km — shallower than the regional average (4.8 km)
Regional average: 4.8 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: 405 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 600 m ·Last eruption: -8300 ·Germany

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