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M3.6 Depth: 9.0 km

M3.6 Earthquake near kyaaraainn (rwarlayy), karainpyinaal (Myanmar (Burma))

UTC time: 2026-03-18 12:37:01 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On March 18, 2026 at 12:37 UTC, a magnitude M3.6 earthquake occurred near kyaaraainn (rwarlayy), karainpyinaal (Myanmar (Burma)). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 9 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

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Details

Magnitude
M3.6
Depth
9.0 km
UTC time
2026-03-18 12:37:01 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Myanmar (Burma)
State
karainpyinaal
City
kyaaraainn (rwarlayy)
County
bharraanhkarine
Village
kyaaraainn (rwarlayy)
Source
emsc
Coordinates
16.99900, 97.55400
Temperature
25.2°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 9 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 9 km
Shallow
9 km
9 km — shallower than the regional average (30.7 km)
Regional average: 30.7 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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