M4.0 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.0 Earthquake near karli, shmpyinaal (Myanmar (Burma))

UTC time: 2026-04-09 21:40:33 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.0 earthquake was recorded near karli, shmpyinaal (Myanmar (Burma)) on April 9, 2026 at 21:40 UTC. 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 event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.0

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2026-04-09 21:40:33 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Myanmar (Burma)

State

shmpyinaal

City

karli

County

namhcaanhkarine

Source

emsc

Coordinates

21.22200, 98.55100

Temperature

20.7°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (30.7 km)

Regional average: 30.7 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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