M3.7 Depth: 10.0 km

M3.7 Earthquake near Gariuai, Baucau (Timor-Leste)

UTC time: 2026-06-24 17:53:41 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On June 24, 2026 at 17:53 UTC, a magnitude M3.7 earthquake occurred near Gariuai, Baucau (Timor-Leste). With a focal depth of about 10 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.7

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2026-06-24 17:53:41 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Timor-Leste

State

Baucau

City

Gariuai

County

Baucau

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-8.55000, 126.40000

Temperature

22.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (24.3 km)

Regional average: 24.3 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

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