M4.2 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near rayshan (Myanmar (Burma))

UTC time: 2026-02-04 19:38:39 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near rayshan (Myanmar (Burma)) on February 4, 2026 at 19:38 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2026-02-04 19:38:39 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Myanmar (Burma)

City

rayshan

County

taungnguuhkarine

Village

rayshan

Source

emsc

Coordinates

18.87400, 96.32400

Temperature

19.5°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.

Depth classes per USGS

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Popa

Distance: 254 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'518 m ·Last eruption: -6050 ·Burma (Myanmar)

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