M3.7 Depth: 27.5 km

M3.7 Earthquake near Axunahiran (Azerbaijan)

UTC time: 2026-08-01 15:24:34 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.7 earthquake was recorded near Axunahiran (Azerbaijan) on August 1, 2026 at 15:24 UTC. With a focal depth of about 28 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.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.7

Depth

27.5 km

UTC time

2026-08-01 15:24:34 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Azerbaijan

City

Axunahiran

County

Lerik District

Village

Axunahiran

Source

emsc

Coordinates

38.69750, 48.51340

Temperature

15.6°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

27.5 km

27.5 km — deeper than the regional average (18.8 km)

Regional average: 18.8 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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