M4.1 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.1 Earthquake near naunghkyao, shmpyinaal (Myanmar (Burma))

UTC time: 2026-03-15 08:30:25 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.1 earthquake was recorded near naunghkyao, shmpyinaal (Myanmar (Burma)) on March 15, 2026 at 08:30 UTC. With a focal depth of about 10 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.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.1

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2026-03-15 08:30:25 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Myanmar (Burma)

State

shmpyinaal

City

naunghkyao

County

kyawwatmellhkarine

Source

emsc

Coordinates

22.70700, 96.30100

Temperature

31.0°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (30.7 km)

Regional average: 30.7 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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