M4.6 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.6 Earthquake near KYRGYZSTAN (Kyrgyzstan)

UTC time: 2025-07-16 01:27:23 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

On July 16, 2025 at 01:27 UTC, a magnitude M4.6 earthquake occurred near KYRGYZSTAN (Kyrgyzstan). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.6
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-07-16 01:27:23 UTC
Local time
Country
City
Talas oblusu
Source
emsc
Coordinates
42.43290, 72.32910
Temperature
23.3°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 km
10 km — close to the regional average (10.6 km)
Regional average: 10.6 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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