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M4.0 Depth: 6.1 km

M4.0 Earthquake near dhstan swmar, Kermanshah Province (Iran)

UTC time: 2026-08-19 17:36:16 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 19, 2026 at 17:36 UTC, a magnitude M4.0 earthquake occurred near dhstan swmar, Kermanshah Province (Iran). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 6 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 6.1 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 6.1 km
Shallow
6.1 km
6.1 km — shallower than the regional average (13 km)
Regional average: 13 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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