M3.2
Depth:
10.0 km
M3.2 Earthquake near Ranau, Sabah (Malaysia)
About this earthquake
A magnitude M3.2 earthquake was recorded near Ranau, Sabah (Malaysia) on April 20, 2026 at 19:02 UTC. With a focal depth of about 10 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.
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Depth profile
Shallow
10 km
10 km — shallower than the regional average (79 km)
Regional average: 79 km
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Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.
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