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M3.5 Depth: 21.0 km

M3.5 Earthquake near Tajikistan-Xinjiang border region (Kyrgyzstan)

UTC time: 2025-12-29 17:30:30 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 29, 2025 at 17:30 UTC, a magnitude M3.5 earthquake occurred near Tajikistan-Xinjiang border region (Kyrgyzstan). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 21 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by ISC.

Details

Magnitude
M3.5
Depth
21.0 km
UTC time
2025-12-29 17:30:30 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Kyrgyzstan
City
Os oblusu
Source
isc
Coordinates
39.46670, 73.33520
Temperature
-12.1°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 21 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 21 km
Shallow
21 km
21 km — deeper than the regional average (10.6 km)
Regional average: 10.6 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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