M4.0 Depth: 209.0 km

M4.0 Earthquake near Jurm, Badakhshan Province (Afghanistan)

UTC time: 2026-07-21 10:18:11 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.0 earthquake was recorded near Jurm, Badakhshan Province (Afghanistan) on July 21, 2026 at 10:18 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 209 km. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude

M4.0

Depth

209.0 km

UTC time

2026-07-21 10:18:11 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Afghanistan

State

Badakhshan Province

City

Jurm

County

Jurm

Source

usgs

Coordinates

36.75210, 70.91860

Temperature

25.4°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

209 km

209 km — deeper than the regional average (96.3 km)

Regional average: 96.3 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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