M3.0 Depth: 11.8 km

M3.0 Earthquake near Shahbuz Rayon, Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic (Azerbaijan)

UTC time: 2026-08-04 07:54:21 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.0 earthquake was recorded near Shahbuz Rayon, Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic (Azerbaijan) on August 4, 2026 at 07:54 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 12 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.0

Depth

11.8 km

UTC time

2026-08-04 07:54:21 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Azerbaijan

State

Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic

City

Shahbuz Rayon

County

Shahbuz Rayon

Source

emsc

Coordinates

39.36200, 45.79810

Temperature

26.3°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

11.8 km

11.8 km — shallower than the regional average (17.6 km)

Regional average: 17.6 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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