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M5.0 Depth: 10.0 km

M5.0 Earthquake near Kalewa Township, Sagaing Region (Myanmar (Burma))

UTC time: 2025-08-22 04:56:13 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 22, 2025 at 04:56 UTC, a magnitude M5.0 earthquake occurred near Kalewa Township, Sagaing Region (Myanmar (Burma)). 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.

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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 — shallower than the regional average (30.7 km)
Regional average: 30.7 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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