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M4.5 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.5 Earthquake near Mezselennye territorii, Respublika Buratia (Russia)

UTC time: 2026-01-18 20:29:33 UTC Local time: —
M4.5 earthquake near Mezselennye territorii on Jan 18, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M4.5 Earthquake near Mezselennye territorii, Respublika Buratia (Russia) · 2026-01-18 20:29:33 UTC

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.5 earthquake was recorded near Mezselennye territorii, Respublika Buratia (Russia) on January 18, 2026 at 20:29 UTC. 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 EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.5
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2026-01-18 20:29:33 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Russia
State
Respublika Buratia
City
Mezselennye territorii
County
Severo-Bajkal'skij rajon
Source
emsc
Coordinates
55.28300, 109.95730
Temperature
-34.8°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 — shallower than the regional average (50.1 km)
Regional average: 50.1 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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