M4.4
Depth:
10.0 km
M4.4 Earthquake near Qaidam, Qinghai (China)
About this earthquake
A magnitude M4.4 earthquake was recorded near Qaidam, Qinghai (China) on June 17, 2026 at 07:28 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.
The data is provided by EMSC and cross-checked across seismological networks. China: 2 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.4.
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Depth profile
Shallow
10 km
10 km — shallower than the regional average (21.2 km)
Regional average: 21.2 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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Stats (last 24h)
Global (24h)
666
Country (24h)
China
2