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M4.2 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near Backi Monostor, Vojvodina (Serbia)

UTC time: 2026-05-05 00:35:51 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 5, 2026 at 00:35 UTC, a magnitude M4.2 earthquake occurred near Backi Monostor, Vojvodina (Serbia). 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 USGS.

Details

Magnitude
M4.2
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2026-05-05 00:35:51 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Serbia
State
Vojvodina
City
Backi Monostor
County
Zapadnobacki upravni okrug
Village
Backi Monostor
Source
usgs
Coordinates
45.79770, 18.85660
Temperature
7.8°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
10 km — deeper than the regional average (6.4 km)
Regional average: 6.4 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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