M4.9 Earthquake 123 km W of Kashgar, China — April 5, 2026
2026-04-05 13:24:30 UTC (2026-04-05) · approx. 6:24 PM UTC+5 local
On April 5, 2026 at 13:24 UTC, a magnitude 4.9 shallow crustal earthquake struck 123 km W of Kashgar, China, at a depth of 10.0 km and coordinates 39.4406°, 74.5526°. This earthquake was detected by 43 seismic stations with excellent location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 369, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.9 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 338 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 1.4 km — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
74.5526°E
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Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.9 earthquake near Kashgar, China?
The magnitude 4.9 earthquake that struck 123 km W of Kashgar, China on April 5, 2026 at 13:24 UTC had a depth of 10.0 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at 39.4406°, 74.5526°, which is 123 km W of Kashgar, China.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.9 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: us6000smul). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, April 5, 2026). M4.9 Earthquake 123 km W of Kashgar, China — April 5, 2026. Retrieved May 21, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us6000smul/