M4.2 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near Su Kar Kin, Mandalay (Myanmar (Burma))

UTC time: 2026-07-29 14:02:44 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near Su Kar Kin, Mandalay (Myanmar (Burma)) on July 29, 2026 at 14:02 UTC. With a focal depth of about 10 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2026-07-29 14:02:44 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Myanmar (Burma)

State

Mandalay

City

Su Kar Kin

County

Mandalay City

Village

Su Kar Kin

Source

usgs

Coordinates

22.05430, 96.06180

Temperature

27.0°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (31.2 km)

Regional average: 31.2 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

Estimated impact

2 Felt reports · max reported intensity 3.4

Tectonic context

Located on the Eurasia Plate.

Near the boundary India ↔ Eurasia · about 15 km away

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