M4.3 Depth: 1.0 km

M4.3 Earthquake near KYRGYZSTAN (China)

UTC time: 2025-10-02 11:53:23 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

On October 2, 2025 at 11:53 UTC, a magnitude M4.3 earthquake occurred near KYRGYZSTAN (China). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 1 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.3
Depth
1.0 km
UTC time
2025-10-02 11:53:23 UTC
Local time
Country
City
xin jiang wei wu er zi zhi qu shynjang yۇyghۇr yaptwnwm raywny
Source
emsc
Coordinates
40.95070, 77.96310
Temperature
-6.2°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 1 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 1 km
Shallow
1 km
1 km — shallower than the regional average (20.3 km)
Regional average: 20.3 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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