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M4.1 Depth: 12.0 km

M4.1 Earthquake near dhstan braftab, astan asfhan (Iran)

UTC time: 2026-08-04 22:12:21 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.1 earthquake was recorded near dhstan braftab, astan asfhan (Iran) on August 4, 2026 at 22:12 UTC. With a focal depth of about 12 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.

Details

Magnitude
M4.1
Depth
12.0 km
UTC time
2026-08-04 22:12:21 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Iran
State
astan asfhan
City
dhstan braftab
County
shhrstan smyrm
Village
shhyd
Source
emsc_arab
Coordinates
30.80500, 51.73900
Temperature
31.2°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 12 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 12 km
Shallow
12 km
12 km — close to the regional average (13 km)
Regional average: 13 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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