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M4.5 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.5 Earthquake near ARUNACHAL PRADESH, INDIA

UTC time: 2026-05-06 15:17:35 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 6, 2026 at 15:17 UTC, a magnitude M4.5 earthquake occurred near ARUNACHAL PRADESH, INDIA. With a focal depth of about 10 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. 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
2026-05-06 15:17:35 UTC
Local time
—
Country
—
Source
emsc
Coordinates
28.77000, 95.78000
Temperature
1.8°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 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

Volcanoes nearby

  • Tengchong
    Distance: 477 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 2'865 m ·Last eruption: -5750 ·China

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