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M4.3 Depth: 58.0 km

M4.3 Earthquake near Baba Ghundi Ziarat, Gilgit-Baltistan (Pakistan)

UTC time: 2026-08-13 04:24:14 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.3 earthquake was recorded near Baba Ghundi Ziarat, Gilgit-Baltistan (Pakistan) on August 13, 2026 at 04:24 UTC. With a focal depth of about 58 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.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 58 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 58 km
Shallow
58 km
58 km — deeper than the regional average (25.6 km)
Regional average: 25.6 km
Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

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