M4.4 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.4 Earthquake near zhao tong shi, yun nan sheng (China)

UTC time: 2026-02-22 11:50:45 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.4 earthquake was recorded near zhao tong shi, yun nan sheng (China) on February 22, 2026 at 11:50 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.4

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2026-02-22 11:50:45 UTC

Local time

—

Country

China

State

yun nan sheng

City

zhao tong shi

Village

da shui jing cun

Source

emsc

Coordinates

27.09630, 103.56930

Temperature

17.4°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (20.3 km)

Regional average: 20.3 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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