M3.5 Depth: 10.0 km

M3.5 Earthquake near 14 km NW of Kyaukse, Burma (Myanmar)

UTC time: 2025-04-09 15:59:20 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

On April 9, 2025 at 15:59 UTC, a magnitude M3.5 earthquake occurred near 14 km NW of Kyaukse, Burma (Myanmar). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude
M3.5
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-04-09 15:59:20 UTC
Local time
Country
Source
usgs
Coordinates
21.68340, 96.02210

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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
Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

Volcanoes nearby

  • Popa
    Distance: 117 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'518 m ·Last eruption: -6050 ·Burma (Myanmar)
  • Tengchong
    Distance: 468 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 2'865 m ·Last eruption: -5750 ·China

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