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M4.3 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.3 Earthquake near Kataysky District, Kurgan Oblast (Russia)

UTC time: 2026-04-21 02:23:50 UTC Local time: —
M4.3 earthquake near Kataysky District on Apr 21, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M4.3 Earthquake near Kataysky District, Kurgan Oblast (Russia) · 2026-04-21 02:23:50 UTC

About this earthquake

On April 21, 2026 at 02:23 UTC, a magnitude M4.3 earthquake occurred near Kataysky District, Kurgan Oblast (Russia). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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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 — shallower than the regional average (50.2 km)
Regional average: 50.2 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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