Earthquake risk tool

Every year, between 500 and 800 earthquakes occur in Switzerland. Around 10 of those are strong enough (magnitude of approximately 2.5 or above) to be noticed by the population. On average, the Swiss Seismological Service registers two earthquakes per day in Switzerland and neighboring countries.

Earthquakes with a magnitude of 6 or more are rare (approximately every 100 to 150 years) but can occur anywhere in Switzerland and at anytime. 90 percent of buildings here are of unknown or insufficient earthquake safety, which is why extensive damage is to be expected in case of such an earthquake.

Use our tool to determine by approximation your personal earthquake risk based on various factors and find out how to reduce it.