M4.5 Earthquake 119 km E of Wāngjing, India — February 4, 2026
2026-02-04 18:39:44 UTC (2026-02-04) · approx. 12:39 AM UTC+6 local
On February 4, 2026 at 18:39 UTC, a magnitude 4.5 intermediate depth earthquake struck 119 km E of Wāngjing, India, at a depth of 132.4 km and coordinates 24.7625°, 95.2248°. This earthquake was detected by 66 seismic stations with excellent location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 312, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.5 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 85 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 767 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
95.2248°E
Technical Information
Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.5 earthquake near Wāngjing, India?
The magnitude 4.5 earthquake that struck 119 km E of Wāngjing, India on February 4, 2026 at 18:39 UTC had a depth of 132.4 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at 24.7625°, 95.2248°, which is 119 km E of Wāngjing, India.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.5 earthquakes can continue for several days and gradually diminish over time.
What should I do after an earthquake?
If you were in the affected area: check yourself and others for injuries, inspect your home for damage, and be prepared for aftershocks. For detailed guidance, see our earthquake safety guide and emergency planning resources.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us6000s6h9). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, February 4, 2026). M4.5 Earthquake 119 km E of Wāngjing, India — February 4, 2026. Retrieved May 18, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us6000s6h9/