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M4.8 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.8 Earthquake near 7 km W of Kyaukse, Burma (Myanmar)

UTC time: 2025-04-04 15:25:24 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On April 4, 2025 at 15:25 UTC, a magnitude M4.8 earthquake occurred near 7 km W of Kyaukse, Burma (Myanmar). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude
M4.8
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-04-04 15:25:24 UTC
Local time
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Country
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Source
usgs
Coordinates
21.59340, 96.06190

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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

  • Popa
    Distance: 113 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'518 m ·Last eruption: -6050 ·Burma (Myanmar)
  • Tengchong
    Distance: 475 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 2'865 m ·Last eruption: -5750 ·China

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