M2.1 Depth: 17.3 km

M2.1 Earthquake near Bani `Umar, Dhamar Governorate (Yemen)

UTC time: 2026-08-29 01:08:22 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 29, 2026 at 01:08 UTC, a magnitude M2.1 earthquake occurred near Bani `Umar, Dhamar Governorate (Yemen). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 17 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M2.1

Depth

17.3 km

UTC time

2026-08-29 01:08:22 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Yemen

State

Dhamar Governorate

City

Bani `Umar

County

Al Hada District

Village

Bani `Umar

Source

emsc

Coordinates

14.77440, 44.41540

Temperature

21.2°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

17.3 km

17.3 km — deeper than the regional average (8.9 km)

Regional average: 8.9 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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