M3.2 Depth: 15.0 km

M3.2 Earthquake near Tovuz rayonu (Azerbaijan)

UTC time: 2026-04-13 07:17:55 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.2 earthquake was recorded near Tovuz rayonu (Azerbaijan) on April 13, 2026 at 07:17 UTC. With a focal depth of about 15 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.2

Depth

15.0 km

UTC time

2026-04-13 07:17:55 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Azerbaijan

City

Tovuz rayonu

County

Tovuz rayonu

Source

emsc

Coordinates

41.06110, 45.63820

Temperature

9.7°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

15 km

15 km — close to the regional average (18 km)

Regional average: 18 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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