M4.2 Depth: 35.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near WESTERN KAZAKHSTAN (Kazakhstan)

UTC time: 2025-05-11 06:44:33 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near WESTERN KAZAKHSTAN (Kazakhstan) on May 11, 2025 at 06:44 UTC. With a focal depth of about 35 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
M4.2
Depth
35.0 km
UTC time
2025-05-11 06:44:33 UTC
Local time
Country
City
Atyrau oblysy
Source
emsc
Coordinates
46.18070, 53.30150
Temperature
34.0°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 35 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 35 km
Shallow
35 km
35 km — deeper 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.

Depth classes per USGS

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