M4.9 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.9 Earthquake near Burma (Myanmar)

UTC time: 2025-03-28 06:45:44 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.9 earthquake was recorded near Burma (Myanmar) on March 28, 2025 at 06:45 UTC. With a focal depth of about 10 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude
M4.9
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-03-28 06:45:44 UTC
Local time
Country
Source
usgs
Coordinates
19.12840, 96.20750

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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
Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

Volcanoes nearby

  • Popa
    Distance: 223 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'518 m ·Last eruption: -6050 ·Burma (Myanmar)

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