M4.5 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.5 Earthquake near Baicheng County, Xinjiang (China)

UTC time: 2026-07-11 15:40:53 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.5 earthquake was recorded near Baicheng County, Xinjiang (China) on July 11, 2026 at 15:40 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.5

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2026-07-11 15:40:53 UTC

Local time

—

Country

China

State

Xinjiang

City

Baicheng County

Source

emsc

Coordinates

41.74000, 81.20000

Temperature

24.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (20.3 km)

Regional average: 20.3 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

Tectonic context

Located on the Eurasia Plate.

Near the boundary Eurasia ↔ India · about 1094 km away

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