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M4.4 Depth: 59.0 km

M4.4 Earthquake near Kashmir-Xinjiang Border Region (China)

UTC time: 2025-12-02 11:45:26 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 2, 2025 at 11:45 UTC, a magnitude M4.4 earthquake occurred near Kashmir-Xinjiang Border Region (China). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 59 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 GFZ.

Details

Magnitude
M4.4
Depth
59.0 km
UTC time
2025-12-02 11:45:26 UTC
Local time
—
Country
China
City
xin jiang wei wu er zi zhi qu shynjang yۇyghۇr yaptwnwm raywny
Source
gfz
Coordinates
36.13000, 78.32000
Temperature
-15.8°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 59 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 59 km
Shallow
59 km
59 km — deeper than the regional average (20.3 km)
Regional average: 20.3 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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