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M4.5 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.5 Earthquake near 55 km NNE of Sarupathar, India

UTC time: 2025-01-06 07:34:21 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.5 earthquake was recorded near 55 km NNE of Sarupathar, India on January 6, 2025 at 07:34 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 clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude
M4.5
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-01-06 07:34:21 UTC
Local time
—
Country
—
Source
usgs
Coordinates
26.70090, 96.92290

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 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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