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M4.1 Depth: 7.8 km

M4.1 Earthquake near Zamb"lski rajon, Almaty oblysy (Kazakhstan)

UTC time: 2026-04-08 17:55:36 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.1 earthquake was recorded near Zamb"lski rajon, Almaty oblysy (Kazakhstan) on April 8, 2026 at 17:55 UTC. With a focal depth of about 8 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 EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.1
Depth
7.8 km
UTC time
2026-04-08 17:55:36 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Kazakhstan
State
Almaty oblysy
City
Zamb"lski rajon
County
Zamb"lski rajon
Source
emsc
Coordinates
44.00490, 75.97640
Temperature
12.6°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 7.8 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 7.8 km
Shallow
7.8 km
7.8 km — close to 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.

Depth classes per USGS

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