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M3.4 Depth: 4.0 km

M3.4 Earthquake near MYANMAR (Myanmar (Burma))

UTC time: 2025-12-17 20:00:19 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 17, 2025 at 20:00 UTC, a magnitude M3.4 earthquake occurred near MYANMAR (Myanmar (Burma)). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 4 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Myanmar (Burma): 2 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.3.

Details

Magnitude
M3.4
Depth
4.0 km
UTC time
2025-12-17 20:00:19 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Myanmar (Burma)
City
kayarrpyinaal
Source
emsc
Coordinates
19.62100, 96.95900
Temperature
12.1°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 4 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 4 km
Shallow
4 km
4 km — shallower than the regional average (32 km)
Regional average: 32 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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  • Popa
    Distance: 229 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'518 m ·Last eruption: -6050 ·Burma (Myanmar)

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