M4.6 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.6 Earthquake near Arsi, Oromia Region (Ethiopia)

UTC time: 2026-08-09 17:11:42 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.6 earthquake was recorded near Arsi, Oromia Region (Ethiopia) on August 9, 2026 at 17:11 UTC. 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

M4.6

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2026-08-09 17:11:42 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ethiopia

State

Oromia Region

City

Arsi

County

Arsi

Source

usgs

Coordinates

8.81030, 40.07060

Temperature

23.4°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (14.4 km)

Regional average: 14.4 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

Tectonic context

Located on the Somalia Plate.

Near the boundary Somalia ↔ Africa · about 42 km away

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