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M4.0 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.0 Earthquake near Zhualy District, Jambyl Region (Kazakhstan)

UTC time: 2026-07-09 19:59:35 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.0 earthquake was recorded near Zhualy District, Jambyl Region (Kazakhstan) on July 9, 2026 at 19:59 UTC. With a focal depth of about 10 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: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 km
10 km — close to the regional average (8.8 km)
Regional average: 8.8 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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Tectonic context

Located on the Eurasia Plate.
Near the boundary Eurasia ↔ India · about 865 km away

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