M4.2 Depth: 130.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near Rawang township, Tibet (China)

UTC time: 2026-06-21 02:19:31 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On June 21, 2026 at 02:19 UTC, a magnitude M4.2 earthquake occurred near Rawang township, Tibet (China). The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 130 km. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

130.0 km

UTC time

2026-06-21 02:19:31 UTC

Local time

—

Country

China

State

Tibet

City

Rawang township

County

Rutog County

Source

emsc

Coordinates

33.71400, 81.08200

Temperature

4.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

130 km

130 km — deeper than the regional average (21.2 km)

Regional average: 21.2 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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