M4.0 Depth: 1.0 km

M4.0 Earthquake near EASTERN KAZAKHSTAN (Kazakhstan)

UTC time: 2025-10-04 12:26:38 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.0 earthquake was recorded near EASTERN KAZAKHSTAN (Kazakhstan) on October 4, 2025 at 12:26 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 1 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.0

Depth

1.0 km

UTC time

2025-10-04 12:26:38 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Kazakhstan

City

Zetisu oblysy

Source

emsc

Coordinates

44.49280, 79.12470

Temperature

4.2°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

1 km

1 km — shallower than the regional average (8.8 km)

Regional average: 8.8 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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