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M3.4 Depth: 55.0 km

M3.4 Earthquake near Ywar Thar, Sagaing Region (Myanmar (Burma))

UTC time: 2026-07-18 03:41:09 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.4 earthquake was recorded near Ywar Thar, Sagaing Region (Myanmar (Burma)) on July 18, 2026 at 03:41 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 55 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Myanmar (Burma): 2 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.4.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 55 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 55 km
Shallow
55 km
55 km — deeper than the regional average (31 km)
Regional average: 31 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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Volcanoes nearby

  • Popa
    Distance: 400 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'518 m ·Last eruption: -6050 ·Burma (Myanmar)
  • Tengchong
    Distance: 411 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 2'865 m ·Last eruption: -5750 ·China

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