M3.2 Depth: 10.0 km

M3.2 Earthquake near Qakh District (Azerbaijan)

UTC time: 2026-08-28 05:45:32 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.2 earthquake was recorded near Qakh District (Azerbaijan) on August 28, 2026 at 05:45 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 often felt but rarely cause damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.2

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2026-08-28 05:45:32 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Azerbaijan

City

Qakh District

County

Qakh District

Source

emsc

Coordinates

41.14030, 46.69160

Temperature

27.9°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (17.5 km)

Regional average: 17.5 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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