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M4.4 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.4 Earthquake near West Harerghe, Oromia Region (Ethiopia)

UTC time: 2026-07-07 05:30:27 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On July 7, 2026 at 05:30 UTC, a magnitude M4.4 earthquake occurred near West Harerghe, Oromia Region (Ethiopia). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The data is provided by USGS and cross-checked across seismological networks.

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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
10 km — shallower than the regional average (14.6 km)
Regional average: 14.6 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

Tectonic context

Located on the Somalia Plate.
Near the boundary Somalia ↔ Africa · about 47 km away

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